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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 137,859 miles on the clock, averaging 7,786 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 VE08 XLK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 137,859 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 7,786 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | VE08 XLK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About VE08 XLK
What car is VE08 XLK?
VE08 XLK is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Worcester in 2008.
What is the mileage of VE08 XLK?
The last recorded mileage for VE08 XLK was 137,859 miles, recorded on 23 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE08 XLK passed its MOT?
VE08 XLK has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Apr 2025.
Is VE08 XLK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE08 XLK 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 XLK?
VE08 XLK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.