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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 91,507 miles on the clock, averaging 3,753 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 GY08 WCM
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 91,507 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,614 |
| Average per year | 3,753 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | GY08 WCM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GY08 WCM
What car is GY08 WCM?
GY08 WCM is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GY08 WCM?
The last recorded mileage for GY08 WCM was 91,507 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY08 WCM passed its MOT?
GY08 WCM has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2025.
Is GY08 WCM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY08 WCM 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 WCM?
GY08 WCM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.