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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 139,903 miles on the clock, averaging 8,753 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for OV08 YOH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,903 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,155 |
| Average per year | 8,753 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | OV08 YOH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About OV08 YOH
What car is OV08 YOH?
OV08 YOH is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.
What is the mileage of OV08 YOH?
The last recorded mileage for OV08 YOH was 139,903 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV08 YOH passed its MOT?
OV08 YOH has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2023.
Is OV08 YOH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV08 YOH 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 OV08 YOH?
OV08 YOH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.