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WD08 GLZ

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1199cc

Grey Registered in Exeter, West of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1199cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1199cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 9 (53% pass rate). It has 184,562 miles on the clock, averaging 14,128 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for WD08 GLZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
184,562
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
53%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
14,128

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading184,562 miles
Reading date
Miles last year176
Average per year14,128
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WD08 GLZ 44k79k114k149k185k '11'21'16

Check WD08 GLZ

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage184,562 miles
Since last MOT+176 miles
FAIL
Mileage184,386 miles
Since last MOT+9,839 miles
PASS
Mileage174,547 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage174,523 miles
Since last MOT+11,360 miles
PASS
Mileage163,163 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage163,163 miles
Since last MOT+16,051 miles
PASS
Mileage147,112 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,094 miles
Since last MOT+14,886 miles
PASS
Mileage132,208 miles
Since last MOT+16,018 miles
PASS
Mileage116,190 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,190 miles
Since last MOT+13,455 miles
PASS
Mileage102,735 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,734 miles
Since last MOT+14,608 miles
PASS
Mileage88,126 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,126 miles
Since last MOT+16,734 miles
PASS
Mileage71,392 miles
Since last MOT+13,439 miles
PASS
Mileage57,953 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,953 miles
Since last MOT+13,919 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,034 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

RegistrationWD08 GLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1199cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWD — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WD08 GLZ

What car is WD08 GLZ?

WD08 GLZ is a grey Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1199cc). First registered in Exeter in 2008.

What is the mileage of WD08 GLZ?

The last recorded mileage for WD08 GLZ was 184,562 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WD08 GLZ passed its MOT?

WD08 GLZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (10 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2021.

Is WD08 GLZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD08 GLZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WD08 GLZ?

WD08 GLZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.