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PE08 UYB

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 63,469 miles on the clock, averaging 3,494 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 PE08 UYB

MOT Status
Due date passed
63,469
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,494

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

Low mileage
Latest reading63,469 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,510
Average per year3,494
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE08 UYB 10k24k37k50k63k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage63,469 miles
Since last MOT+3,510 miles
PASS
Mileage59,959 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,943 miles
Since last MOT+1,316 miles
PASS
Mileage58,627 miles
Since last MOT+3,619 miles
PASS
Mileage55,008 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,004 miles
Since last MOT+4,234 miles
PASS
Mileage50,770 miles
Since last MOT+4,630 miles
PASS
Mileage46,140 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,118 miles
Since last MOT+1,993 miles
PASS
Mileage44,125 miles
Since last MOT+4,087 miles
PASS
Mileage40,038 miles
Since last MOT+3,595 miles
PASS
Mileage36,443 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,441 miles
Since last MOT+2,151 miles
PASS
Mileage34,290 miles
Since last MOT+5,656 miles
PASS
Mileage28,634 miles
Since last MOT+3,725 miles
PASS
Mileage24,909 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,909 miles
Since last MOT+3,404 miles
PASS
Mileage21,505 miles
Since last MOT+4,345 miles
PASS
Mileage17,160 miles
Since last MOT+3,511 miles
PASS
Mileage13,649 miles
Since last MOT+3,159 miles
PASS
Mileage10,490 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 UYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About PE08 UYB

What car is PE08 UYB?

PE08 UYB is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.

What is the mileage of PE08 UYB?

The last recorded mileage for PE08 UYB was 63,469 miles, recorded on 12 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE08 UYB passed its MOT?

PE08 UYB has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 12 May 2026.

Is PE08 UYB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE08 UYB 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 PE08 UYB?

PE08 UYB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.