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LG08 LJX

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 152,324 miles on the clock, averaging 7,528 miles per year, around 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 LG08 LJX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
152,324
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2011
64%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
7,528

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading152,324 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,479
Average per year7,528
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LG08 LJX 40k68k96k124k152k '11'26'18

Check LG08 LJX

Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,324 miles
Since last MOT+8,479 miles
PASS
Mileage143,845 miles
Since last MOT+6,800 miles
PASS
Mileage137,045 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,045 miles
Since last MOT+6,983 miles
PASS
Mileage130,062 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,062 miles
Since last MOT+5,562 miles
PASS
Mileage124,500 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,493 miles
Since last MOT+3,463 miles
PASS
Mileage121,030 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,024 miles
Since last MOT+3,615 miles
PASS
Mileage117,409 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,409 miles
Since last MOT+6,333 miles
PASS
Mileage111,076 miles
Since last MOT+9,796 miles
PASS
Mileage101,280 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,280 miles
Since last MOT+10,103 miles
PASS
Mileage91,177 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,177 miles
Since last MOT+9,299 miles
PASS
Mileage81,878 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,878 miles
Since last MOT+7,241 miles
PASS
Mileage74,637 miles
Since last MOT+9,690 miles
PASS
Mileage64,947 miles
Since last MOT+10,341 miles
PASS
Mileage54,606 miles
Since last MOT+11,280 miles
PASS
Mileage43,326 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,324 miles
Since last MOT+2,871 miles
PASS
Mileage40,453 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

RegistrationLG08 LJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LG08 LJX

What car is LG08 LJX?

LG08 LJX is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LG08 LJX?

The last recorded mileage for LG08 LJX was 152,324 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG08 LJX passed its MOT?

LG08 LJX has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.

Is LG08 LJX ULEZ compliant?

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

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