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LP08 CTE

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 46,341 miles on the clock, averaging 1,965 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 LP08 CTE

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
46,341
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
1,965

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 reading46,341 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,089
Average per year1,965
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LP08 CTE 18k25k32k39k46k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage46,341 miles
Since last MOT+12,089 miles
PASS
Mileage34,252 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,252 miles
Since last MOT+11,249 miles
PASS
Mileage23,003 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,003 miles
Since last MOT+2,746 miles
PASS
Mileage20,257 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
PASS
Mileage20,240 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
PASS
Mileage20,235 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
PASS
Mileage20,232 miles
Since last MOT+95 miles
PASS
Mileage20,137 miles
Since last MOT+208 miles
PASS
Mileage19,929 miles
Since last MOT+354 miles
PASS
Mileage19,575 miles
Since last MOT+149 miles
PASS
Mileage19,426 miles
Since last MOT+363 miles
PASS
Mileage19,063 miles
Since last MOT+399 miles
PASS
Mileage18,664 miles
Since last MOT+444 miles
PASS
Mileage18,220 miles
Since last MOT+522 miles
PASS
Mileage17,698 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

RegistrationLP08 CTE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLP — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LP08 CTE

What car is LP08 CTE?

LP08 CTE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LP08 CTE?

The last recorded mileage for LP08 CTE was 46,341 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LP08 CTE passed its MOT?

LP08 CTE has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2026.

Is LP08 CTE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LP08 CTE 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 LP08 CTE?

LP08 CTE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.