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LA08 OFX

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Wimbledon, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 106,306 miles on the clock, averaging 7,985 miles per year, around 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 OFX

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,306
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2011
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,985

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading106,306 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,200
Average per year7,985
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LA08 OFX 31k50k69k87k106k '11'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,306 miles
Since last MOT+10,200 miles
PASS
Mileage96,106 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,106 miles
Since last MOT+13,613 miles
PASS
Mileage82,493 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,493 miles
Since last MOT+9,333 miles
PASS
Mileage73,160 miles
Since last MOT+8,284 miles
PASS
Mileage64,876 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,876 miles
Since last MOT+9,672 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,204 miles
Since last MOT+10,739 miles
PASS
Mileage44,465 miles
Since last MOT+6,916 miles
PASS
Mileage37,549 miles
Since last MOT+1,823 miles
PASS
Mileage35,726 miles
Since last MOT+4,841 miles
PASS
Mileage30,885 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 OFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLA — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LA08 OFX

What car is LA08 OFX?

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

What is the mileage of LA08 OFX?

The last recorded mileage for LA08 OFX was 106,306 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LA08 OFX passed its MOT?

LA08 OFX has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2021.

Is LA08 OFX ULEZ compliant?

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

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