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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 146,669 miles on the clock, averaging 13,783 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 GL08 AJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,669 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,783 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | GL08 AJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GL08 AJY
What car is GL08 AJY?
GL08 AJY is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL08 AJY?
The last recorded mileage for GL08 AJY was 146,669 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL08 AJY passed its MOT?
GL08 AJY has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2020.
Is GL08 AJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL08 AJY 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 GL08 AJY?
GL08 AJY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.