Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid
Outstanding Recall

2008 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · YT58 XTL

YT58 XTL

2008 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 10/10/2008. Recorded mileage 52,693 miles. MOT valid until 05/12/2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin
2008 · Beverley / Hull
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 05/12/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
52,693 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
Valid
Valid until 05/12/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1198cc

YT58 XTL Key Findings

  • 20 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2025
  • 52,693 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 5 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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YT58 XTL Mileage History

  1. 10/10/201112,706 mi
  2. 21/11/201217,576 mi+4,870 mi
  3. 20/11/201321,405 mi+3,829 mi
  4. 25/11/201425,384 mi+3,979 mi
  5. 25/11/201425,384 mi
  6. 30/11/201528,572 mi+3,188 mi
  7. 30/11/201528,572 mi
  8. 24/11/201631,282 mi+2,710 mi
  9. 28/11/201734,437 mi+3,155 mi
  10. 26/11/201837,399 mi+2,962 mi
  11. 28/11/201940,146 mi+2,747 mi
  12. 03/11/202041,750 mi+1,604 mi
  13. 15/11/202143,473 mi+1,723 mi
  14. 18/11/202143,806 mi+333 mi
  15. 24/11/202245,329 mi+1,523 mi
  16. 06/12/202347,376 mi+2,047 mi
  17. 25/11/202449,100 mi+1,724 mi
  18. 25/11/202449,100 mi
  19. 26/11/202552,684 mi+3,584 mi
  20. 01/12/202552,693 mi+9 mi

Average of roughly 2,827 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.

YT58 XTL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Oct 2026, 18:21
MOT Analysis

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

20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Polo (YT58 XTL) between October 2011 and December 2025.

The record contains 15 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 01 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 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: “Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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