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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 91,301 miles on the clock, averaging 4,203 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for OY08 XVB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 91,301 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,435 |
| Average per year | 4,203 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | OY08 XVB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About OY08 XVB
What car is OY08 XVB?
OY08 XVB is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.
What is the mileage of OY08 XVB?
The last recorded mileage for OY08 XVB was 91,301 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY08 XVB passed its MOT?
OY08 XVB has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2026.
Is OY08 XVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY08 XVB 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 OY08 XVB?
OY08 XVB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.