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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 10 (50% pass rate). It has 127,318 miles on the clock, averaging 8,176 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LA08 OER
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 127,318 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,449 |
| Average per year | 8,176 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | LA08 OER |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LA08 OER
What car is LA08 OER?
LA08 OER is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.
What is the mileage of LA08 OER?
The last recorded mileage for LA08 OER was 127,318 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA08 OER passed its MOT?
LA08 OER has had 20 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (10 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2022.
Is LA08 OER ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA08 OER 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 OER?
LA08 OER is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.