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GK08 PYA

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 84,122 miles on the clock, averaging 5,028 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for GK08 PYA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
84,122
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,028

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading84,122 miles
Reading date
Miles last year669
Average per year5,028
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GK08 PYA 11k29k47k66k84k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,122 miles
Since last MOT+669 miles
PASS
Mileage83,453 miles
Since last MOT+6,768 miles
PASS
Mileage76,685 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,685 miles
Since last MOT+5,553 miles
PASS
Mileage71,132 miles
Since last MOT+5,203 miles
PASS
Mileage65,929 miles
Since last MOT+6,375 miles
PASS
Mileage59,554 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,554 miles
Since last MOT+4,916 miles
PASS
Mileage54,638 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,638 miles
Since last MOT+6,019 miles
PASS
Mileage48,619 miles
Since last MOT+7,216 miles
PASS
Mileage41,403 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,403 miles
Since last MOT+5,756 miles
PASS
Mileage35,647 miles
Since last MOT+5,333 miles
PASS
Mileage30,314 miles
Since last MOT+4,805 miles
PASS
Mileage25,509 miles
Since last MOT+11,392 miles
PASS
Mileage14,117 miles
Since last MOT+3,504 miles
PASS
Mileage10,613 miles

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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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 PYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGK — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GK08 PYA

What car is GK08 PYA?

GK08 PYA is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.

What is the mileage of GK08 PYA?

The last recorded mileage for GK08 PYA was 84,122 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GK08 PYA passed its MOT?

GK08 PYA has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2025.

Is GK08 PYA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK08 PYA 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 PYA?

GK08 PYA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.