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LG08 LJY

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 94,264 miles on the clock, averaging 5,337 miles per year, 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 LG08 LJY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
94,264
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
5,337

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading94,264 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,966
Average per year5,337
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LG08 LJY 16k36k55k75k94k '11'25'18

Check LG08 LJY

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,264 miles
Since last MOT+3,966 miles
PASS
Mileage90,298 miles
Since last MOT+3,046 miles
PASS
Mileage87,252 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,525 miles
Since last MOT+5,675 miles
PASS
Mileage81,850 miles
Since last MOT+5,538 miles
PASS
Mileage76,312 miles
Since last MOT+5,369 miles
PASS
Mileage70,943 miles
Since last MOT+2,484 miles
PASS
Mileage68,459 miles
Since last MOT+6,397 miles
PASS
Mileage62,062 miles
Since last MOT+5,127 miles
PASS
Mileage56,935 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,935 miles
Since last MOT+6,228 miles
PASS
Mileage50,707 miles
Since last MOT+6,664 miles
PASS
Mileage44,043 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,043 miles
Since last MOT+5,847 miles
PASS
Mileage38,196 miles
Since last MOT+5,744 miles
PASS
Mileage32,452 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,452 miles
Since last MOT+5,696 miles
PASS
Mileage26,756 miles
Since last MOT+3,937 miles
PASS
Mileage22,819 miles
Since last MOT+6,609 miles
FAIL
Mileage16,210 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 LJY
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 LJY

What car is LG08 LJY?

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

What is the mileage of LG08 LJY?

The last recorded mileage for LG08 LJY was 94,264 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG08 LJY passed its MOT?

LG08 LJY has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2025.

Is LG08 LJY ULEZ compliant?

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

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