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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 145,350 miles on the clock, averaging 7,241 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 KO08 YAK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 145,350 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,422 |
| Average per year | 7,241 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | KO08 YAK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KO — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About KO08 YAK
What car is KO08 YAK?
KO08 YAK is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.
What is the mileage of KO08 YAK?
The last recorded mileage for KO08 YAK was 145,350 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KO08 YAK passed its MOT?
KO08 YAK has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2026.
Is KO08 YAK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KO08 YAK 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 KO08 YAK?
KO08 YAK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.