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LG08 VJU

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Wimbledon, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 75,810 miles on the clock, averaging 4,272 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 LG08 VJU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
75,810
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
89%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,272

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

Low mileage
Latest reading75,810 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,660
Average per year4,272
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LG08 VJU 12k28k44k60k76k '11'26'19

Check LG08 VJU

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,810 miles
Since last MOT+6,660 miles
PASS
Mileage69,150 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,147 miles
Since last MOT+3,055 miles
PASS
Mileage66,092 miles
Since last MOT+6,988 miles
PASS
Mileage59,104 miles
Since last MOT+5,917 miles
PASS
Mileage53,187 miles
Since last MOT+14,509 miles
PASS
Mileage38,678 miles
Since last MOT+3,486 miles
PASS
Mileage35,192 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,192 miles
Since last MOT+710 miles
PASS
Mileage34,482 miles
Since last MOT+3,094 miles
PASS
Mileage31,388 miles
Since last MOT+2,078 miles
PASS
Mileage29,310 miles
Since last MOT+2,880 miles
PASS
Mileage26,430 miles
Since last MOT+3,243 miles
PASS
Mileage23,187 miles
Since last MOT+218 miles
PASS
Mileage22,969 miles
Since last MOT+2,295 miles
PASS
Mileage20,674 miles
Since last MOT+2,197 miles
PASS
Mileage18,477 miles
Since last MOT+2,677 miles
PASS
Mileage15,800 miles
Since last MOT+3,357 miles
PASS
Mileage12,443 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 VJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LG08 VJU

What car is LG08 VJU?

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

What is the mileage of LG08 VJU?

The last recorded mileage for LG08 VJU was 75,810 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG08 VJU passed its MOT?

LG08 VJU has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2026.

Is LG08 VJU ULEZ compliant?

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

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