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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 190,225 miles on the clock, averaging 11,277 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for EF08 KLS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 190,225 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,146 |
| Average per year | 11,277 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | EF08 KLS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EF08 KLS
What car is EF08 KLS?
EF08 KLS is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF08 KLS?
The last recorded mileage for EF08 KLS was 190,225 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF08 KLS passed its MOT?
EF08 KLS has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Sep 2025.
Is EF08 KLS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 KLS 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 EF08 KLS?
EF08 KLS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.