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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 115,500 miles on the clock, averaging 6,567 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 KW08 GXY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,500 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,631 |
| Average per year | 6,567 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | KW08 GXY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About KW08 GXY
What car is KW08 GXY?
KW08 GXY is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.
What is the mileage of KW08 GXY?
The last recorded mileage for KW08 GXY was 115,500 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW08 GXY passed its MOT?
KW08 GXY has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 18 Jul 2025.
Is KW08 GXY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW08 GXY 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 KW08 GXY?
KW08 GXY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.