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 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 197,890 miles on the clock, averaging 13,170 miles per year, above 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 YVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,890 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,627 |
| Average per year | 13,170 |
| 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 | PE08 YVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About PE08 YVL
What car is PE08 YVL?
PE08 YVL is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PE08 YVL?
The last recorded mileage for PE08 YVL was 197,890 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE08 YVL passed its MOT?
PE08 YVL has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 15 Aug 2024.
Is PE08 YVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE08 YVL 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 YVL?
PE08 YVL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.