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 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 86,778 miles on the clock, averaging 4,496 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 GL08 LJF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,778 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 4,496 |
| 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 | GL08 LJF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 LJF
What car is GL08 LJF?
GL08 LJF is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL08 LJF?
The last recorded mileage for GL08 LJF was 86,778 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL08 LJF passed its MOT?
GL08 LJF has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2024.
Is GL08 LJF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL08 LJF 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 LJF?
GL08 LJF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.