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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 74,381 miles on the clock, averaging 4,242 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 RO08 LZM
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,381 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,242 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | RO08 LZM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RO08 LZM
What car is RO08 LZM?
RO08 LZM is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RO08 LZM?
The last recorded mileage for RO08 LZM was 74,381 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO08 LZM passed its MOT?
RO08 LZM has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Sep 2023.
Is RO08 LZM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO08 LZM 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 RO08 LZM?
RO08 LZM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.