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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 105,967 miles on the clock, averaging 7,503 miles per year, around 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 YC08 JVL
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 | 105,967 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,503 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YC08 JVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YC08 JVL
What car is YC08 JVL?
YC08 JVL is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YC08 JVL?
The last recorded mileage for YC08 JVL was 105,967 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC08 JVL passed its MOT?
YC08 JVL has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2024.
Is YC08 JVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC08 JVL 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 YC08 JVL?
YC08 JVL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.