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VE08 BYS

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 59,678 miles on the clock, averaging 2,985 miles per year, well 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 VE08 BYS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
59,678
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
2,985

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading59,678 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,985
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VE08 BYS 15k26k38k49k60k '11'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage59,678 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,678 miles
Since last MOT+809 miles
PASS
Mileage58,869 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,860 miles
Since last MOT+2,224 miles
PASS
Mileage56,636 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,569 miles
Since last MOT+2,648 miles
PASS
Mileage53,921 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,882 miles
Since last MOT+2,237 miles
PASS
Mileage51,645 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,628 miles
Since last MOT+1,438 miles
PASS
Mileage50,190 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,190 miles
Since last MOT+974 miles
PASS
Mileage49,216 miles
Since last MOT+4,830 miles
PASS
Mileage44,386 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,386 miles
Since last MOT+5,734 miles
PASS
Mileage38,652 miles
Since last MOT+5,723 miles
PASS
Mileage32,929 miles
Since last MOT+7,914 miles
PASS
Mileage25,015 miles
Since last MOT+9,599 miles
PASS
Mileage15,416 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

RegistrationVE08 BYS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeVE — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About VE08 BYS

What car is VE08 BYS?

VE08 BYS is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Worcester in 2008.

What is the mileage of VE08 BYS?

The last recorded mileage for VE08 BYS was 59,678 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VE08 BYS passed its MOT?

VE08 BYS has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2026.

Is VE08 BYS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE08 BYS 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 VE08 BYS?

VE08 BYS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.