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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 113,694 miles on the clock, averaging 7,578 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 YA08 OWC
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 | 113,694 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,578 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | YA08 OWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YA08 OWC
What car is YA08 OWC?
YA08 OWC is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YA08 OWC?
The last recorded mileage for YA08 OWC was 113,694 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA08 OWC passed its MOT?
YA08 OWC has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2025.
Is YA08 OWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA08 OWC 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 YA08 OWC?
YA08 OWC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.