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LA08 OXF

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 61,970 miles on the clock, averaging 3,235 miles per year, well 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 LA08 OXF

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,970
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,235

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading61,970 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year3,235
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LA08 OXF 17k28k39k51k62k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,970 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,968 miles
Since last MOT+2,842 miles
PASS
Mileage59,126 miles
Since last MOT+4,174 miles
PASS
Mileage54,952 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,951 miles
Since last MOT+7,485 miles
PASS
Mileage47,466 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,466 miles
Since last MOT+6,637 miles
PASS
Mileage40,829 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,829 miles
Since last MOT+5,078 miles
PASS
Mileage35,751 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,751 miles
Since last MOT+4,926 miles
PASS
Mileage30,825 miles
Since last MOT+2,597 miles
PASS
Mileage28,228 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,228 miles
Since last MOT+3,501 miles
PASS
Mileage24,727 miles
Since last MOT+2,898 miles
PASS
Mileage21,829 miles
Since last MOT+2,902 miles
PASS
Mileage18,927 miles
Since last MOT+8,448 miles
PASS
Mileage10,479 miles
PASS
Mileage13,738 miles
PASS
Mileage16,792 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 OXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLA — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LA08 OXF

What car is LA08 OXF?

LA08 OXF is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LA08 OXF?

The last recorded mileage for LA08 OXF was 61,970 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LA08 OXF passed its MOT?

LA08 OXF has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2025.

Is LA08 OXF ULEZ compliant?

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

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