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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 100,338 miles on the clock, averaging 8,145 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 YC08 VBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 100,338 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,904 |
| Average per year | 8,145 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | YC08 VBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YC08 VBA
What car is YC08 VBA?
YC08 VBA is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YC08 VBA?
The last recorded mileage for YC08 VBA was 100,338 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC08 VBA passed its MOT?
YC08 VBA has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Oct 2021.
Is YC08 VBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC08 VBA 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 VBA?
YC08 VBA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.