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YR08 YFK

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Grey Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourGrey
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 162,835 miles on the clock, averaging 9,145 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 YFK

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,835
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
9,145

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading162,835 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,145
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YR08 YFK 31k64k97k130k163k '11'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage162,835 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage162,835 miles
Since last MOT+9,568 miles
PASS
Mileage153,267 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,238 miles
Since last MOT+20,139 miles
PASS
Mileage133,099 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,099 miles
Since last MOT+13,382 miles
PASS
Mileage119,717 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,717 miles
Since last MOT+7,107 miles
PASS
Mileage112,610 miles
Since last MOT+10,354 miles
PASS
Mileage102,256 miles
Since last MOT+10,092 miles
PASS
Mileage92,164 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,160 miles
Since last MOT+9,503 miles
PASS
Mileage82,657 miles
Since last MOT+3,136 miles
PASS
Mileage79,521 miles
Since last MOT+4,347 miles
PASS
Mileage75,174 miles
Since last MOT+8,030 miles
PASS
Mileage67,144 miles
Since last MOT+5,811 miles
PASS
Mileage61,333 miles
Since last MOT+10,401 miles
PASS
Mileage50,932 miles
Since last MOT+10,486 miles
PASS
Mileage40,446 miles
Since last MOT+9,813 miles
PASS
Mileage30,633 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 YFK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About YR08 YFK

What car is YR08 YFK?

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

What is the mileage of YR08 YFK?

The last recorded mileage for YR08 YFK was 162,835 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR08 YFK passed its MOT?

YR08 YFK has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2025.

Is YR08 YFK ULEZ compliant?

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

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