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YY08 LOA

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Beverley, Yorkshire · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 103,006 miles on the clock, averaging 5,751 miles per year, 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 YY08 LOA

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,006
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
5,751

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading103,006 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,751
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YY08 LOA 21k42k62k83k103k '11'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,006 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,006 miles
Since last MOT+4,814 miles
PASS
Mileage98,192 miles
Since last MOT+111 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,081 miles
Since last MOT+3,062 miles
PASS
Mileage95,019 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,017 miles
Since last MOT+3,994 miles
PASS
Mileage91,023 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,023 miles
Since last MOT+5,461 miles
PASS
Mileage85,562 miles
Since last MOT+4,298 miles
PASS
Mileage81,264 miles
Since last MOT+6,401 miles
PASS
Mileage74,863 miles
Since last MOT+4,967 miles
PASS
Mileage69,896 miles
Since last MOT+6,819 miles
PASS
Mileage63,077 miles
Since last MOT+3,603 miles
PASS
Mileage59,474 miles
Since last MOT+5,384 miles
PASS
Mileage54,090 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,083 miles
Since last MOT+6,117 miles
PASS
Mileage47,966 miles
Since last MOT+9,624 miles
PASS
Mileage38,342 miles
Since last MOT+9,103 miles
PASS
Mileage29,239 miles
Since last MOT+7,799 miles
PASS
Mileage21,440 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

RegistrationYY08 LOA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeYY — Beverley, Yorkshire
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About YY08 LOA

What car is YY08 LOA?

YY08 LOA is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Beverley in 2008.

What is the mileage of YY08 LOA?

The last recorded mileage for YY08 LOA was 103,006 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YY08 LOA passed its MOT?

YY08 LOA has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2025.

Is YY08 LOA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY08 LOA 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 LOA?

YY08 LOA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.