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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 130,151 miles on the clock, averaging 7,032 miles per year, 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 VBE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,151 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 7,032 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 VBE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VBE
What car is YS08 VBE?
YS08 VBE is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YS08 VBE?
The last recorded mileage for YS08 VBE was 130,151 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS08 VBE passed its MOT?
YS08 VBE has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2025.
Is YS08 VBE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS08 VBE 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 VBE?
YS08 VBE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.