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 116,347 miles on the clock, averaging 7,108 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 GP08 BJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,347 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,272 |
| Average per year | 7,108 |
| 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 | GP08 BJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GP08 BJY
What car is GP08 BJY?
GP08 BJY is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GP08 BJY?
The last recorded mileage for GP08 BJY was 116,347 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP08 BJY passed its MOT?
GP08 BJY has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2025.
Is GP08 BJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP08 BJY 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 GP08 BJY?
GP08 BJY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.