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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 55,268 miles on the clock, averaging 2,976 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 YY08 JLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 55,268 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,196 |
| Average per year | 2,976 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | YY08 JLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YY08 JLU
What car is YY08 JLU?
YY08 JLU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Beverley in 2008.
What is the mileage of YY08 JLU?
The last recorded mileage for YY08 JLU was 55,268 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY08 JLU passed its MOT?
YY08 JLU has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2025.
Is YY08 JLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY08 JLU 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 YY08 JLU?
YY08 JLU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.