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LA08 EVR

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 68,167 miles on the clock, averaging 3,402 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 LA08 EVR

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
68,167
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
89%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
3,402

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading68,167 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,654
Average per year3,402
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LA08 EVR 17k30k43k55k68k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage68,167 miles
Since last MOT+2,654 miles
PASS
Mileage65,513 miles
Since last MOT+1,731 miles
PASS
Mileage63,782 miles
Since last MOT+1,950 miles
PASS
Mileage61,832 miles
Since last MOT+2,845 miles
PASS
Mileage58,987 miles
Since last MOT+1,282 miles
PASS
Mileage57,705 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,705 miles
Since last MOT+1,776 miles
PASS
Mileage55,929 miles
Since last MOT+4,045 miles
PASS
Mileage51,884 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,884 miles
Since last MOT+5,040 miles
PASS
Mileage46,844 miles
Since last MOT+1,698 miles
PASS
Mileage45,146 miles
Since last MOT+4,572 miles
PASS
Mileage40,574 miles
Since last MOT+5,473 miles
PASS
Mileage35,101 miles
Since last MOT+7,076 miles
PASS
Mileage28,025 miles
Since last MOT+4,840 miles
PASS
Mileage23,185 miles
Since last MOT+4,909 miles
PASS
Mileage18,276 miles
Since last MOT+1,398 miles
PASS
Mileage16,878 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

RegistrationLA08 EVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLA — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LA08 EVR

What car is LA08 EVR?

LA08 EVR is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LA08 EVR?

The last recorded mileage for LA08 EVR was 68,167 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LA08 EVR passed its MOT?

LA08 EVR has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2026.

Is LA08 EVR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA08 EVR 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 LA08 EVR?

LA08 EVR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.