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LO08 KVS

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, 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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 115,187 miles on the clock, averaging 6,543 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 LO08 KVS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
115,187
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
6,543

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading115,187 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,756
Average per year6,543
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LO08 KVS 18k42k67k91k115k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,187 miles
Since last MOT+5,756 miles
PASS
Mileage109,431 miles
Since last MOT+6,261 miles
PASS
Mileage103,170 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
PASS
Mileage103,165 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,159 miles
Since last MOT+4,574 miles
PASS
Mileage98,585 miles
Since last MOT+4,929 miles
PASS
Mileage93,656 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,639 miles
Since last MOT+2,496 miles
PASS
Mileage91,143 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,143 miles
Since last MOT+2,741 miles
PASS
Mileage88,402 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,386 miles
Since last MOT+2,532 miles
PASS
Mileage85,854 miles
Since last MOT+3,325 miles
PASS
Mileage82,529 miles
Since last MOT+88 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,441 miles
Since last MOT+2,549 miles
PASS
Mileage79,892 miles
Since last MOT+9,800 miles
PASS
Mileage70,092 miles
Since last MOT+11,473 miles
PASS
Mileage58,619 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,619 miles
Since last MOT+13,864 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,755 miles
Since last MOT+13,056 miles
PASS
Mileage31,699 miles
Since last MOT+12,311 miles
PASS
Mileage19,388 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,387 miles
Since last MOT+1,151 miles
PASS
Mileage18,236 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

RegistrationLO08 KVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLO — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LO08 KVS

What car is LO08 KVS?

LO08 KVS is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LO08 KVS?

The last recorded mileage for LO08 KVS was 115,187 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LO08 KVS passed its MOT?

LO08 KVS has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2026.

Is LO08 KVS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LO08 KVS 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 LO08 KVS?

LO08 KVS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.