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PY08 DZP

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 106,707 miles on the clock, averaging 5,781 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for PY08 DZP

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,707
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,781

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading106,707 miles
Reading date
Miles last year22
Average per year5,781
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PY08 DZP 28k48k67k87k107k '11'24'19

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,707 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,685 miles
Since last MOT+6,424 miles
PASS
Mileage100,261 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,227 miles
Since last MOT+6,926 miles
PASS
Mileage93,301 miles
Since last MOT+6,638 miles
PASS
Mileage86,663 miles
Since last MOT+4,694 miles
PASS
Mileage81,969 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,969 miles
Since last MOT+3,120 miles
PASS
Mileage78,849 miles
Since last MOT+5,698 miles
PASS
Mileage73,151 miles
Since last MOT+5,627 miles
PASS
Mileage67,524 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,524 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,520 miles
Since last MOT+3,190 miles
PASS
Mileage64,330 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,330 miles
Since last MOT+4,067 miles
PASS
Mileage60,263 miles
Since last MOT+5,749 miles
PASS
Mileage54,514 miles
Since last MOT+5,728 miles
PASS
Mileage48,786 miles
Since last MOT+8,582 miles
PASS
Mileage40,204 miles
Since last MOT+12,247 miles
PASS
Mileage27,957 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 DZP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About PY08 DZP

What car is PY08 DZP?

PY08 DZP is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2008.

What is the mileage of PY08 DZP?

The last recorded mileage for PY08 DZP was 106,707 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY08 DZP passed its MOT?

PY08 DZP has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2024.

Is PY08 DZP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY08 DZP 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 PY08 DZP?

PY08 DZP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.