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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 107,812 miles on the clock, averaging 6,815 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 YE08 YDA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,812 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,096 |
| Average per year | 6,815 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | YE08 YDA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YE — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YE08 YDA
What car is YE08 YDA?
YE08 YDA is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YE08 YDA?
The last recorded mileage for YE08 YDA was 107,812 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YE08 YDA passed its MOT?
YE08 YDA has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2024.
Is YE08 YDA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE08 YDA 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 YDA?
YE08 YDA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.