Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 60,022 miles on the clock, averaging 4,259 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for EA08 XVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,022 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,954 |
| Average per year | 4,259 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EA08 XVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EA08 XVL
What car is EA08 XVL?
EA08 XVL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EA08 XVL?
The last recorded mileage for EA08 XVL was 60,022 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA08 XVL passed its MOT?
EA08 XVL has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2023.
Is EA08 XVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 XVL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is EA08 XVL?
EA08 XVL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.