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AP08 XSX

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 142,772 miles on the clock, averaging 7,315 miles per year, 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 AP08 XSX

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,772
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
7,315

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading142,772 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,740
Average per year7,315
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AP08 XSX 39k65k91k117k143k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,772 miles
Since last MOT+8,740 miles
PASS
Mileage134,032 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,031 miles
Since last MOT+6,787 miles
PASS
Mileage127,244 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,242 miles
Since last MOT+5,805 miles
PASS
Mileage121,437 miles
Since last MOT+7,274 miles
PASS
Mileage114,163 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,162 miles
Since last MOT+3,356 miles
PASS
Mileage110,806 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,805 miles
Since last MOT+6,533 miles
PASS
Mileage104,272 miles
Since last MOT+7,174 miles
PASS
Mileage97,098 miles
Since last MOT+8,170 miles
PASS
Mileage88,928 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,926 miles
Since last MOT+6,902 miles
PASS
Mileage82,024 miles
Since last MOT+8,388 miles
PASS
Mileage73,636 miles
Since last MOT+7,557 miles
PASS
Mileage66,079 miles
Since last MOT+9,538 miles
PASS
Mileage56,541 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,541 miles
Since last MOT+8,247 miles
PASS
Mileage48,294 miles
Since last MOT+9,738 miles
PASS
Mileage38,556 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 XSX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About AP08 XSX

What car is AP08 XSX?

AP08 XSX is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Norwich in 2008.

What is the mileage of AP08 XSX?

The last recorded mileage for AP08 XSX was 142,772 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP08 XSX passed its MOT?

AP08 XSX has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2025.

Is AP08 XSX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP08 XSX 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 AP08 XSX?

AP08 XSX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.