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 1422cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 121,104 miles on the clock, averaging 12,704 miles per year, above 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 BD08 ETJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,104 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,954 |
| Average per year | 12,704 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD08 ETJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BD08 ETJ
What car is BD08 ETJ?
BD08 ETJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1422cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BD08 ETJ?
The last recorded mileage for BD08 ETJ was 121,104 miles, recorded on 2 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD08 ETJ passed its MOT?
BD08 ETJ has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2019.
Is BD08 ETJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD08 ETJ 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 BD08 ETJ?
BD08 ETJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.