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LS08 MLN

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 85,983 miles on the clock, averaging 4,338 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 LS08 MLN

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,983
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,338

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading85,983 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,474
Average per year4,338
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LS08 MLN 23k39k55k70k86k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,983 miles
Since last MOT+4,474 miles
PASS
Mileage81,509 miles
Since last MOT+4,384 miles
PASS
Mileage77,125 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,125 miles
Since last MOT+4,810 miles
PASS
Mileage72,315 miles
Since last MOT+4,750 miles
PASS
Mileage67,565 miles
Since last MOT+4,533 miles
PASS
Mileage63,032 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,031 miles
Since last MOT+3,427 miles
PASS
Mileage59,604 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,604 miles
Since last MOT+3,868 miles
PASS
Mileage55,736 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,733 miles
Since last MOT+2,432 miles
PASS
Mileage53,301 miles
Since last MOT+4,911 miles
PASS
Mileage48,390 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,389 miles
Since last MOT+7,190 miles
PASS
Mileage41,199 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,199 miles
Since last MOT+4,624 miles
PASS
Mileage36,575 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,574 miles
Since last MOT+4,262 miles
PASS
Mileage32,312 miles
Since last MOT+9,183 miles
PASS
Mileage23,129 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

RegistrationLS08 MLN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LS08 MLN

What car is LS08 MLN?

LS08 MLN is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LS08 MLN?

The last recorded mileage for LS08 MLN was 85,983 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS08 MLN passed its MOT?

LS08 MLN has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2025.

Is LS08 MLN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS08 MLN 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 LS08 MLN?

LS08 MLN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.