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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 85,503 miles on the clock, averaging 6,346 miles per year, 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 GK08 PXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,503 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,375 |
| Average per year | 6,346 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | GK08 PXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GK08 PXU
What car is GK08 PXU?
GK08 PXU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GK08 PXU?
The last recorded mileage for GK08 PXU was 85,503 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK08 PXU passed its MOT?
GK08 PXU has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Mar 2017.
Is GK08 PXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK08 PXU 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 GK08 PXU?
GK08 PXU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.