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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 106,233 miles on the clock, averaging 9,244 miles per year, above 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 XAR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 106,233 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,490 |
| Average per year | 9,244 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 XAR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 XAR
What car is YY08 XAR?
YY08 XAR is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Beverley in 2008.
What is the mileage of YY08 XAR?
The last recorded mileage for YY08 XAR was 106,233 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY08 XAR passed its MOT?
YY08 XAR has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Jul 2019.
Is YY08 XAR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY08 XAR 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 XAR?
YY08 XAR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.