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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 149,666 miles on the clock, averaging 7,969 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 VGD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 149,666 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,867 |
| Average per year | 7,969 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 VGD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VGD
What car is YA08 VGD?
YA08 VGD is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YA08 VGD?
The last recorded mileage for YA08 VGD was 149,666 miles, recorded on 2 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA08 VGD passed its MOT?
YA08 VGD has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Aug 2025.
Is YA08 VGD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA08 VGD 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 VGD?
YA08 VGD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.