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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 99,670 miles on the clock, averaging 4,790 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 EX08 XLL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 99,670 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 87 |
| Average per year | 4,790 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | EX08 XLL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EX08 XLL
What car is EX08 XLL?
EX08 XLL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EX08 XLL?
The last recorded mileage for EX08 XLL was 99,670 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX08 XLL passed its MOT?
EX08 XLL has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2025.
Is EX08 XLL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX08 XLL 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 EX08 XLL?
EX08 XLL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.