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LN08 YJM

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 78,370 miles on the clock, averaging 3,972 miles per year, well 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 LN08 YJM

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,370
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,972

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading78,370 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,972
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LN08 YJM 21k36k50k64k78k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,370 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,370 miles
Since last MOT+2,746 miles
PASS
Mileage75,624 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,624 miles
Since last MOT+3,011 miles
PASS
Mileage72,613 miles
Since last MOT+1,017 miles
PASS
Mileage71,596 miles
Since last MOT+1,809 miles
PASS
Mileage69,787 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,787 miles
Since last MOT+3,019 miles
PASS
Mileage66,768 miles
Since last MOT+6,859 miles
PASS
Mileage59,909 miles
Since last MOT+4,542 miles
PASS
Mileage55,367 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,367 miles
Since last MOT+6,047 miles
PASS
Mileage49,320 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,320 miles
Since last MOT+7,592 miles
PASS
Mileage41,728 miles
Since last MOT+1,439 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,289 miles
Since last MOT+2,916 miles
PASS
Mileage37,373 miles
Since last MOT+2,161 miles
PASS
Mileage35,212 miles
Since last MOT+3,456 miles
PASS
Mileage31,756 miles
Since last MOT+10,477 miles
PASS
Mileage21,279 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

RegistrationLN08 YJM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLN — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LN08 YJM

What car is LN08 YJM?

LN08 YJM is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LN08 YJM?

The last recorded mileage for LN08 YJM was 78,370 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LN08 YJM passed its MOT?

LN08 YJM has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2025.

Is LN08 YJM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LN08 YJM 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 LN08 YJM?

LN08 YJM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.