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YR08 ORY

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 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 61,215 miles on the clock, averaging 12,250 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for YR08 ORY

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,215
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2011
50%
Pass Rate
1 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
12,250

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading61,215 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,248
Average per year12,250
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YR08 ORY 48k51k55k58k61k '11'12

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,215 miles
Since last MOT+13,248 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,967 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

RegistrationYR08 ORY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About YR08 ORY

What car is YR08 ORY?

YR08 ORY is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.

What is the mileage of YR08 ORY?

The last recorded mileage for YR08 ORY was 61,215 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR08 ORY passed its MOT?

YR08 ORY has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Apr 2012.

Is YR08 ORY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR08 ORY 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 YR08 ORY?

YR08 ORY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.