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BV08 UDL

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 39,174 miles on the clock, averaging 1,924 miles per year, well below 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 BV08 UDL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
39,174
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
1,924

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading39,174 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year1,924
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BV08 UDL 11k18k25k32k39k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage39,174 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,172 miles
Since last MOT+10,214 miles
PASS
Mileage28,958 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,958 miles
Since last MOT+1,273 miles
PASS
Mileage27,685 miles
Since last MOT+679 miles
PASS
Mileage27,006 miles
Since last MOT+747 miles
PASS
Mileage26,259 miles
Since last MOT+694 miles
PASS
Mileage25,565 miles
Since last MOT+1,139 miles
PASS
Mileage24,426 miles
Since last MOT+1,460 miles
PASS
Mileage22,966 miles
Since last MOT+1,291 miles
PASS
Mileage21,675 miles
Since last MOT+1,809 miles
PASS
Mileage19,866 miles
Since last MOT+1,798 miles
PASS
Mileage18,068 miles
Since last MOT+1,545 miles
PASS
Mileage16,523 miles
Since last MOT+1,442 miles
PASS
Mileage15,081 miles
Since last MOT+1,520 miles
PASS
Mileage13,561 miles
Since last MOT+2,548 miles
PASS
Mileage11,013 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 UDL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBV — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BV08 UDL

What car is BV08 UDL?

BV08 UDL is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BV08 UDL?

The last recorded mileage for BV08 UDL was 39,174 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BV08 UDL passed its MOT?

BV08 UDL has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2025.

Is BV08 UDL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV08 UDL 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 BV08 UDL?

BV08 UDL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.