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GY08 MTU

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 76,820 miles on the clock, averaging 4,377 miles per year, well 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 GY08 MTU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
76,820
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2011
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
4,377

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading76,820 miles
Reading date
Miles last year86
Average per year4,377
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GY08 MTU 12k28k45k61k77k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,820 miles
Since last MOT+86 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,734 miles
Since last MOT+4,246 miles
PASS
Mileage72,488 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,473 miles
Since last MOT+4,142 miles
PASS
Mileage68,331 miles
Since last MOT+3,741 miles
PASS
Mileage64,590 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,569 miles
Since last MOT+4,620 miles
PASS
Mileage59,949 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,949 miles
Since last MOT+5,388 miles
PASS
Mileage54,561 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,561 miles
Since last MOT+4,899 miles
PASS
Mileage49,662 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,662 miles
Since last MOT+248 miles
PASS
Mileage49,414 miles
Since last MOT+6,467 miles
PASS
Mileage42,947 miles
Since last MOT+4,066 miles
PASS
Mileage38,881 miles
Since last MOT+2,032 miles
PASS
Mileage36,849 miles
Since last MOT+3,783 miles
PASS
Mileage33,066 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,066 miles
Since last MOT+3,261 miles
PASS
Mileage29,805 miles
Since last MOT+3,600 miles
PASS
Mileage26,205 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,205 miles
Since last MOT+4,562 miles
PASS
Mileage21,643 miles
Since last MOT+4,898 miles
PASS
Mileage16,745 miles
Since last MOT+4,527 miles
PASS
Mileage12,218 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

RegistrationGY08 MTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGY — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GY08 MTU

What car is GY08 MTU?

GY08 MTU is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GY08 MTU?

The last recorded mileage for GY08 MTU was 76,820 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GY08 MTU passed its MOT?

GY08 MTU has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2025.

Is GY08 MTU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY08 MTU 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 GY08 MTU?

GY08 MTU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.