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LG08 GXY

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Grey Registered in Wimbledon, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 112,605 miles on the clock, averaging 5,357 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 LG08 GXY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
112,605
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2012
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,357

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 reading112,605 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,806
Average per year5,357
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LG08 GXY 37k56k75k94k113k '12'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,605 miles
Since last MOT+8,806 miles
PASS
Mileage103,799 miles
Since last MOT+9,704 miles
PASS
Mileage94,095 miles
Since last MOT+5,985 miles
PASS
Mileage88,110 miles
Since last MOT+1,385 miles
PASS
Mileage86,725 miles
Since last MOT+3,033 miles
PASS
Mileage83,692 miles
Since last MOT+3,034 miles
PASS
Mileage80,658 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,658 miles
Since last MOT+4,762 miles
PASS
Mileage75,896 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,896 miles
Since last MOT+3,957 miles
PASS
Mileage71,939 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,939 miles
Since last MOT+4,605 miles
PASS
Mileage67,334 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,334 miles
Since last MOT+4,417 miles
PASS
Mileage62,917 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,917 miles
Since last MOT+7,561 miles
PASS
Mileage55,356 miles
Since last MOT+5,736 miles
PASS
Mileage49,620 miles
Since last MOT+4,849 miles
PASS
Mileage44,771 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,771 miles
Since last MOT+7,761 miles
PASS
Mileage37,010 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

RegistrationLG08 GXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LG08 GXY

What car is LG08 GXY?

LG08 GXY is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LG08 GXY?

The last recorded mileage for LG08 GXY was 112,605 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG08 GXY passed its MOT?

LG08 GXY has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2026.

Is LG08 GXY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG08 GXY 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 LG08 GXY?

LG08 GXY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.