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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 52,595 miles on the clock, averaging 2,722 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 GF08 LWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 52,595 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 2,722 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | GF08 LWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GF08 LWY
What car is GF08 LWY?
GF08 LWY is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GF08 LWY?
The last recorded mileage for GF08 LWY was 52,595 miles, recorded on 1 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF08 LWY passed its MOT?
GF08 LWY has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Apr 2026.
Is GF08 LWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF08 LWY 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 GF08 LWY?
GF08 LWY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.