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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 76,987 miles on the clock, averaging 4,428 miles per year, well 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 YR08 VSL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 76,987 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,428 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | YR08 VSL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YR08 VSL
What car is YR08 VSL?
YR08 VSL is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YR08 VSL?
The last recorded mileage for YR08 VSL was 76,987 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR08 VSL passed its MOT?
YR08 VSL has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2020.
Is YR08 VSL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR08 VSL 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 VSL?
YR08 VSL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.