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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 69,039 miles on the clock, averaging 4,018 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 YS08 HRJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,039 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,875 |
| Average per year | 4,018 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | YS08 HRJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YS08 HRJ
What car is YS08 HRJ?
YS08 HRJ is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YS08 HRJ?
The last recorded mileage for YS08 HRJ was 69,039 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS08 HRJ passed its MOT?
YS08 HRJ has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Jan 2026.
Is YS08 HRJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS08 HRJ 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 HRJ?
YS08 HRJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.