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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 142,989 miles on the clock, averaging 7,149 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for YE08 WRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 142,989 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 168 |
| Average per year | 7,149 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | YE08 WRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YE — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YE08 WRU
What car is YE08 WRU?
YE08 WRU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YE08 WRU?
The last recorded mileage for YE08 WRU was 142,989 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YE08 WRU passed its MOT?
YE08 WRU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2021.
Is YE08 WRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE08 WRU 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 YE08 WRU?
YE08 WRU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.