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LC08 YWO

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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 12 (56% pass rate). It has 114,355 miles on the clock, averaging 5,981 miles per year, 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 LC08 YWO

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,355
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2011
56%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 12 failed

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

12

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
5,981

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading114,355 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,157
Average per year5,981
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC08 YWO 28k50k71k93k114k '11'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage114,355 miles
Since last MOT+2,157 miles
PASS
Mileage112,198 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,192 miles
Since last MOT+3,430 miles
PASS
Mileage108,762 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,757 miles
Since last MOT+6,472 miles
PASS
Mileage102,285 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,279 miles
Since last MOT+4,402 miles
PASS
Mileage97,877 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,872 miles
Since last MOT+282 miles
PASS
Mileage97,590 miles
Since last MOT+3,816 miles
PASS
Mileage93,774 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,773 miles
Since last MOT+4,433 miles
PASS
Mileage89,340 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,336 miles
Since last MOT+4,513 miles
PASS
Mileage84,823 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,823 miles
Since last MOT+4,123 miles
PASS
Mileage80,700 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,700 miles
Since last MOT+4,032 miles
PASS
Mileage76,668 miles
Since last MOT+10,680 miles
PASS
Mileage65,988 miles
Since last MOT+7,573 miles
PASS
Mileage58,415 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,412 miles
Since last MOT+10,172 miles
PASS
Mileage48,240 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,236 miles
Since last MOT+12,444 miles
PASS
Mileage35,792 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,792 miles
Since last MOT+7,757 miles
PASS
Mileage28,035 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

RegistrationLC08 YWO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LC08 YWO

What car is LC08 YWO?

LC08 YWO is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LC08 YWO?

The last recorded mileage for LC08 YWO was 114,355 miles, recorded on 28 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC08 YWO passed its MOT?

LC08 YWO has had 27 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (15 passes, 12 failures). It last was tested on 28 May 2026.

Is LC08 YWO ULEZ compliant?

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

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