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GP08 OYS

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1600cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1600cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1600cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 177,796 miles on the clock, averaging 11,225 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 GP08 OYS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
177,796
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
84%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
11,225

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading177,796 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,120
Average per year11,225
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GP08 OYS 17k57k97k138k178k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage177,796 miles
Since last MOT+14,120 miles
PASS
Mileage163,676 miles
Since last MOT+15,321 miles
PASS
Mileage148,355 miles
Since last MOT+8,749 miles
PASS
Mileage139,606 miles
Since last MOT+12,808 miles
PASS
Mileage126,798 miles
Since last MOT+17,381 miles
PASS
Mileage109,417 miles
Since last MOT+16,006 miles
PASS
Mileage93,411 miles
Since last MOT+15,295 miles
PASS
Mileage78,116 miles
Since last MOT+2,010 miles
PASS
Mileage76,106 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,105 miles
Since last MOT+10,130 miles
PASS
Mileage65,975 miles
Since last MOT+10,517 miles
PASS
Mileage55,458 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,458 miles
Since last MOT+6,988 miles
PASS
Mileage48,470 miles
Since last MOT+7,223 miles
PASS
Mileage41,247 miles
Since last MOT+8,850 miles
PASS
Mileage32,397 miles
Since last MOT+6,609 miles
PASS
Mileage25,788 miles
Since last MOT+9,155 miles
PASS
Mileage16,633 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,633 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 OYS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1600cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GP08 OYS

What car is GP08 OYS?

GP08 OYS is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1600cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GP08 OYS?

The last recorded mileage for GP08 OYS was 177,796 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP08 OYS passed its MOT?

GP08 OYS has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2025.

Is GP08 OYS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP08 OYS 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 OYS?

GP08 OYS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.