No, AE08 ALA is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for AE08 ALA?

The MOT for AE08 ALA is valid and due for renewal on or before 16 May 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of AE08 ALA?

The recorded mileage for AE08 ALA is 98,667 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is AE08 ALA ULEZ compliant?

Yes, AE08 ALA (VOLKSWAGEN POLO) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does AE08 ALA have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, AE08 ALA is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2008 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · AE08 ALA

AE08 ALA

2008 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/06/2008. Recorded mileage 98,667 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 2008 · Peterborough
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 16/05/2025
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/04/2025)
Recorded Mileage: 98,667 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 16/05/2025

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/04/2025

Mileage: 98,667 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2008
Engine: 1198cc

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AE08 ALA Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 10/05/2024
98,667 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
5 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)

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✗ Outstanding recall notice

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AE08 ALA Mileage History

11/05/202284,495 mi
11/05/202284,497 mi+2 mi
10/05/202391,124 mi+6,627 mi
10/05/202498,667 mi+7,543 mi

Average of roughly 7,088 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

AE08 ALA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 19:19

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Polo (AE08 ALA) between May 2022 and May 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 10 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all four (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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