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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 128,116 miles on the clock, averaging 7,475 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RA08 EHL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 128,116 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,475 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | RA08 EHL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RA08 EHL
What car is RA08 EHL?
RA08 EHL is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA08 EHL?
The last recorded mileage for RA08 EHL was 128,116 miles, recorded on 27 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA08 EHL passed its MOT?
RA08 EHL has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2026.
Is RA08 EHL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA08 EHL 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 RA08 EHL?
RA08 EHL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.