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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 80,524 miles on the clock, averaging 3,987 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 UYP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,524 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,288 |
| Average per year | 3,987 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 UYP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 UYP
What car is LA08 UYP?
LA08 UYP is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.
What is the mileage of LA08 UYP?
The last recorded mileage for LA08 UYP was 80,524 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA08 UYP passed its MOT?
LA08 UYP has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2025.
Is LA08 UYP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA08 UYP 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 UYP?
LA08 UYP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.