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HG08 YCH

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Blue Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlue
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 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 76,706 miles on the clock, averaging 3,068 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 HG08 YCH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
76,706
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,068

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading76,706 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,068
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HG08 YCH 31k43k54k65k77k '11'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,706 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,706 miles
Since last MOT+5,008 miles
PASS
Mileage71,698 miles
Since last MOT+5,873 miles
PASS
Mileage65,825 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,825 miles
Since last MOT+4,774 miles
PASS
Mileage61,051 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,051 miles
Since last MOT+5,414 miles
PASS
Mileage55,637 miles
Since last MOT+1,969 miles
PASS
Mileage53,668 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,667 miles
Since last MOT+3,164 miles
PASS
Mileage50,503 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,503 miles
Since last MOT+4,158 miles
PASS
Mileage46,345 miles
Since last MOT+2,444 miles
PASS
Mileage43,901 miles
Since last MOT+1,541 miles
PASS
Mileage42,360 miles
Since last MOT+2,605 miles
PASS
Mileage39,755 miles
Since last MOT+1,645 miles
PASS
Mileage38,110 miles
Since last MOT+2,302 miles
PASS
Mileage35,808 miles
Since last MOT+2,348 miles
PASS
Mileage33,460 miles
Since last MOT+1,976 miles
PASS
Mileage31,484 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

RegistrationHG08 YCH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeHG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About HG08 YCH

What car is HG08 YCH?

HG08 YCH is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2008.

What is the mileage of HG08 YCH?

The last recorded mileage for HG08 YCH was 76,706 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HG08 YCH passed its MOT?

HG08 YCH has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2026.

Is HG08 YCH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG08 YCH 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 HG08 YCH?

HG08 YCH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.