Vehicle summary
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 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 121,561 miles on the clock, averaging 7,312 miles per year, 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 LO08 ORU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,561 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,583 |
| Average per year | 7,312 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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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
| Registration | LO08 ORU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LO — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LO08 ORU
What car is LO08 ORU?
LO08 ORU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.
What is the mileage of LO08 ORU?
The last recorded mileage for LO08 ORU was 121,561 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LO08 ORU passed its MOT?
LO08 ORU has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2025.
Is LO08 ORU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LO08 ORU 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 ORU?
LO08 ORU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.