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YD08 OXE

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
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 Petrol 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 95,426 miles on the clock, averaging 5,030 miles per year, below 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 YD08 OXE

MOT Status
Due date passed
95,426
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,030

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading95,426 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,006
Average per year5,030
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YD08 OXE 32k48k64k80k95k '11'23'17

Check YD08 OXE

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage95,426 miles
Since last MOT+2,006 miles
PASS
Mileage93,420 miles
Since last MOT+1,884 miles
PASS
Mileage91,536 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,530 miles
Since last MOT+1,627 miles
PASS
Mileage89,903 miles
Since last MOT+104 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,799 miles
Since last MOT+2,796 miles
PASS
Mileage87,003 miles
Since last MOT+4,409 miles
PASS
Mileage82,594 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,594 miles
Since last MOT+4,847 miles
PASS
Mileage77,747 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,745 miles
Since last MOT+4,562 miles
PASS
Mileage73,183 miles
Since last MOT+4,320 miles
PASS
Mileage68,863 miles
Since last MOT+1,023 miles
PASS
Mileage67,840 miles
Since last MOT+10,355 miles
PASS
Mileage57,485 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,485 miles
Since last MOT+9,899 miles
PASS
Mileage47,586 miles
Since last MOT+8,593 miles
PASS
Mileage38,993 miles
Since last MOT+7,173 miles
PASS
Mileage31,820 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD08 OXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeYD — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About YD08 OXE

What car is YD08 OXE?

YD08 OXE is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.

What is the mileage of YD08 OXE?

The last recorded mileage for YD08 OXE was 95,426 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YD08 OXE passed its MOT?

YD08 OXE has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2023.

Is YD08 OXE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YD08 OXE 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 YD08 OXE?

YD08 OXE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.