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LX08 RYA

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Sidcup, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 95,362 miles on the clock, averaging 5,507 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 LX08 RYA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
95,362
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2010
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
5,507

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

Below average
Latest reading95,362 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,507
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LX08 RYA 9k31k52k74k95k '10'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage95,362 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,362 miles
Since last MOT+3,919 miles
PASS
Mileage91,443 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,443 miles
Since last MOT+6,517 miles
PASS
Mileage84,926 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,926 miles
Since last MOT+10,031 miles
PASS
Mileage74,895 miles
Since last MOT+5,583 miles
PASS
Mileage69,312 miles
Since last MOT+2,397 miles
PASS
Mileage66,915 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,915 miles
Since last MOT+2,002 miles
PASS
Mileage64,913 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,912 miles
Since last MOT+4,031 miles
PASS
Mileage60,881 miles
Since last MOT+4,665 miles
PASS
Mileage56,216 miles
Since last MOT+5,520 miles
PASS
Mileage50,696 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,696 miles
Since last MOT+5,088 miles
PASS
Mileage45,608 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,607 miles
Since last MOT+5,890 miles
PASS
Mileage39,717 miles
Since last MOT+5,799 miles
PASS
Mileage33,918 miles
Since last MOT+6,649 miles
PASS
Mileage27,269 miles
Since last MOT+5,712 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,557 miles
Since last MOT+6,254 miles
PASS
Mileage15,303 miles
Since last MOT+6,403 miles
PASS
Mileage8,900 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

RegistrationLX08 RYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLX — Sidcup, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LX08 RYA

What car is LX08 RYA?

LX08 RYA is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2008.

What is the mileage of LX08 RYA?

The last recorded mileage for LX08 RYA was 95,362 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX08 RYA passed its MOT?

LX08 RYA has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2026.

Is LX08 RYA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX08 RYA 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 LX08 RYA?

LX08 RYA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.