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PY08 MUV

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Blue Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlue
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 28,184 miles on the clock, averaging 939 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 PY08 MUV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
28,184
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2011
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
939

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
8

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading28,184 miles
Reading date
Miles last year453
Average per year939
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PY08 MUV 14k18k21k25k28k '11'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage28,184 miles
Since last MOT+453 miles
PASS
Mileage27,731 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,731 miles
Since last MOT+577 miles
PASS
Mileage27,154 miles
Since last MOT+1,235 miles
PASS
Mileage25,919 miles
Since last MOT+1,491 miles
PASS
Mileage24,428 miles
Since last MOT+2,236 miles
PASS
Mileage22,192 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,191 miles
Since last MOT+2,362 miles
PASS
Mileage19,829 miles
Since last MOT+1,557 miles
PASS
Mileage18,272 miles
Since last MOT+2,945 miles
PASS
Mileage15,327 miles
Since last MOT+1,294 miles
PASS
Mileage14,033 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage14,033 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

RegistrationPY08 MUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About PY08 MUV

What car is PY08 MUV?

PY08 MUV is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2008.

What is the mileage of PY08 MUV?

The last recorded mileage for PY08 MUV was 28,184 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY08 MUV passed its MOT?

PY08 MUV has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2026.

Is PY08 MUV ULEZ compliant?

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

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