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EA08 MFJ

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1600cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1600cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1600cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 143,933 miles on the clock, averaging 8,959 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for EA08 MFJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,933
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
8,959

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading143,933 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year8,959
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EA08 MFJ 22k52k83k113k144k '11'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,933 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage143,930 miles
Since last MOT+8,657 miles
PASS
Mileage135,273 miles
Since last MOT+8,460 miles
PASS
Mileage126,813 miles
Since last MOT+7,323 miles
PASS
Mileage119,490 miles
Since last MOT+4,278 miles
PASS
Mileage115,212 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,212 miles
Since last MOT+7,806 miles
PASS
Mileage107,406 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,404 miles
Since last MOT+12,604 miles
PASS
Mileage94,800 miles
Since last MOT+77 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,723 miles
Since last MOT+12,017 miles
PASS
Mileage82,706 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,702 miles
Since last MOT+5,869 miles
PASS
Mileage76,833 miles
Since last MOT+1,917 miles
PASS
Mileage74,916 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,916 miles
Since last MOT+10,944 miles
PASS
Mileage63,972 miles
Since last MOT+14,416 miles
PASS
Mileage49,556 miles
Since last MOT+9,048 miles
PASS
Mileage40,508 miles
Since last MOT+9,866 miles
PASS
Mileage30,642 miles
Since last MOT+9,088 miles
PASS
Mileage21,554 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

RegistrationEA08 MFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1600cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EA08 MFJ

What car is EA08 MFJ?

EA08 MFJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1600cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EA08 MFJ?

The last recorded mileage for EA08 MFJ was 143,933 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA08 MFJ passed its MOT?

EA08 MFJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2024.

Is EA08 MFJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 MFJ 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 EA08 MFJ?

EA08 MFJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.