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LC08 TLJ

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 77,887 miles on the clock, averaging 3,027 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 LC08 TLJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
77,887
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,027

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading77,887 miles
Reading date
Miles last year842
Average per year3,027
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC08 TLJ 32k43k55k66k78k '11'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,887 miles
Since last MOT+842 miles
PASS
Mileage77,045 miles
Since last MOT+2,208 miles
PASS
Mileage74,837 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,837 miles
Since last MOT+4,124 miles
PASS
Mileage70,713 miles
Since last MOT+4,895 miles
PASS
Mileage65,818 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
PASS
Mileage65,802 miles
Since last MOT+657 miles
PASS
Mileage65,145 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,131 miles
Since last MOT+3,143 miles
PASS
Mileage61,988 miles
Since last MOT+3,213 miles
PASS
Mileage58,775 miles
Since last MOT+2,650 miles
PASS
Mileage56,125 miles
Since last MOT+5,086 miles
PASS
Mileage51,039 miles
Since last MOT+2,075 miles
PASS
Mileage48,964 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,958 miles
Since last MOT+4,385 miles
PASS
Mileage44,573 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,569 miles
Since last MOT+7,429 miles
PASS
Mileage37,140 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,140 miles
Since last MOT+5,193 miles
PASS
Mileage31,947 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

RegistrationLC08 TLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LC08 TLJ

What car is LC08 TLJ?

LC08 TLJ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LC08 TLJ?

The last recorded mileage for LC08 TLJ was 77,887 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC08 TLJ passed its MOT?

LC08 TLJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2026.

Is LC08 TLJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC08 TLJ 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 LC08 TLJ?

LC08 TLJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.