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EA08 OJB

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 67,549 miles on the clock, averaging 2,929 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 EA08 OJB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
67,549
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2011
93%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
2,929

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading67,549 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,672
Average per year2,929
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA08 OJB 25k35k46k57k68k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage67,549 miles
Since last MOT+3,672 miles
PASS
Mileage63,877 miles
Since last MOT+3,572 miles
PASS
Mileage60,305 miles
Since last MOT+9,229 miles
PASS
Mileage51,076 miles
Since last MOT+7,233 miles
PASS
Mileage43,843 miles
Since last MOT+5,014 miles
PASS
Mileage38,829 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,829 miles
Since last MOT+6,600 miles
PASS
Mileage32,229 miles
Since last MOT+1,923 miles
PASS
Mileage30,306 miles
Since last MOT+1,405 miles
PASS
Mileage28,901 miles
Since last MOT+399 miles
PASS
Mileage28,502 miles
Since last MOT+1,497 miles
PASS
Mileage27,005 miles
Since last MOT+535 miles
PASS
Mileage26,470 miles
Since last MOT+341 miles
PASS
Mileage26,129 miles
Since last MOT+1,367 miles
PASS
Mileage24,762 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

RegistrationEA08 OJB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EA08 OJB

What car is EA08 OJB?

EA08 OJB is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EA08 OJB?

The last recorded mileage for EA08 OJB was 67,549 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA08 OJB passed its MOT?

EA08 OJB has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Oct 2025.

Is EA08 OJB ULEZ compliant?

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

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