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YS08 GWX

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 59,064 miles on the clock, averaging 2,732 miles per year, well 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 YS08 GWX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
59,064
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
2,732

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

Low mileage
Latest reading59,064 miles
Reading date
Miles last year122
Average per year2,732
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YS08 GWX 18k28k38k49k59k '11'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage59,064 miles
Since last MOT+122 miles
PASS
Mileage58,942 miles
Since last MOT+2,346 miles
PASS
Mileage56,596 miles
Since last MOT+1,322 miles
PASS
Mileage55,274 miles
Since last MOT+1,208 miles
PASS
Mileage54,066 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,066 miles
Since last MOT+674 miles
PASS
Mileage53,392 miles
FAIL
Mileage533,391 miles
Since last MOT+483,840 miles
PASS
Mileage49,551 miles
Since last MOT+5,864 miles
PASS
Mileage43,687 miles
Since last MOT+6,231 miles
PASS
Mileage37,456 miles
Since last MOT+5,438 miles
PASS
Mileage32,018 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,018 miles
Since last MOT+3,327 miles
PASS
Mileage28,691 miles
Since last MOT+4,797 miles
PASS
Mileage23,894 miles
Since last MOT+6,181 miles
PASS
Mileage17,713 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 GWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeYS — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About YS08 GWX

What car is YS08 GWX?

YS08 GWX is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.

What is the mileage of YS08 GWX?

The last recorded mileage for YS08 GWX was 59,064 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YS08 GWX passed its MOT?

YS08 GWX has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2026.

Is YS08 GWX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS08 GWX 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 YS08 GWX?

YS08 GWX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.