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YP08 MLL

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 98,595 miles on the clock, averaging 5,461 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 YP08 MLL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
98,595
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,461

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading98,595 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,956
Average per year5,461
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YP08 MLL 18k38k58k78k99k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,595 miles
Since last MOT+3,956 miles
PASS
Mileage94,639 miles
Since last MOT+2,403 miles
PASS
Mileage92,236 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,234 miles
Since last MOT+3,636 miles
PASS
Mileage88,598 miles
Since last MOT+2,753 miles
PASS
Mileage85,845 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,845 miles
Since last MOT+3,472 miles
PASS
Mileage82,373 miles
Since last MOT+3,407 miles
PASS
Mileage78,966 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,966 miles
Since last MOT+3,600 miles
PASS
Mileage75,366 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,366 miles
Since last MOT+4,576 miles
PASS
Mileage70,790 miles
Since last MOT+3,369 miles
PASS
Mileage67,421 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,421 miles
Since last MOT+4,506 miles
PASS
Mileage62,915 miles
Since last MOT+10,643 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,272 miles
Since last MOT+9,229 miles
PASS
Mileage43,043 miles
Since last MOT+9,774 miles
PASS
Mileage33,269 miles
Since last MOT+8,672 miles
PASS
Mileage24,597 miles
Since last MOT+6,941 miles
PASS
Mileage17,656 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 MLL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeYP — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About YP08 MLL

What car is YP08 MLL?

YP08 MLL is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.

What is the mileage of YP08 MLL?

The last recorded mileage for YP08 MLL was 98,595 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YP08 MLL passed its MOT?

YP08 MLL has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Mar 2026.

Is YP08 MLL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP08 MLL 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 YP08 MLL?

YP08 MLL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.