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 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 99,184 miles on the clock, averaging 4,164 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 OU08 YSC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 99,184 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,164 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OU08 YSC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About OU08 YSC
What car is OU08 YSC?
OU08 YSC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.
What is the mileage of OU08 YSC?
The last recorded mileage for OU08 YSC was 99,184 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU08 YSC passed its MOT?
OU08 YSC has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2026.
Is OU08 YSC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU08 YSC 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 OU08 YSC?
OU08 YSC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.