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 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 80,465 miles on the clock, averaging 4,648 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 PL08 VHW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,465 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,550 |
| Average per year | 4,648 |
| 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 | PL08 VHW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About PL08 VHW
What car is PL08 VHW?
PL08 VHW is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PL08 VHW?
The last recorded mileage for PL08 VHW was 80,465 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL08 VHW passed its MOT?
PL08 VHW has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2024.
Is PL08 VHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL08 VHW 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 PL08 VHW?
PL08 VHW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.