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EA08 RZR

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 111,794 miles on the clock, averaging 6,210 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 EA08 RZR

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,794
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,210

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

Below average
Latest reading111,794 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20
Average per year6,210
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA08 RZR 23k45k68k90k112k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,794 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,774 miles
Since last MOT+4,428 miles
PASS
Mileage107,346 miles
Since last MOT+2,966 miles
PASS
Mileage104,380 miles
Since last MOT+4,324 miles
PASS
Mileage100,056 miles
Since last MOT+3,951 miles
PASS
Mileage96,105 miles
Since last MOT+2,771 miles
PASS
Mileage93,334 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,334 miles
Since last MOT+4,417 miles
PASS
Mileage88,917 miles
Since last MOT+5,083 miles
PASS
Mileage83,834 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,833 miles
Since last MOT+5,193 miles
PASS
Mileage78,640 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,640 miles
Since last MOT+6,111 miles
PASS
Mileage72,529 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,525 miles
Since last MOT+13,611 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,914 miles
Since last MOT+10,447 miles
PASS
Mileage48,467 miles
Since last MOT+7,913 miles
PASS
Mileage40,554 miles
Since last MOT+9,257 miles
PASS
Mileage31,297 miles
Since last MOT+8,020 miles
PASS
Mileage23,277 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 RZR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EA08 RZR

What car is EA08 RZR?

EA08 RZR is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EA08 RZR?

The last recorded mileage for EA08 RZR was 111,794 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA08 RZR passed its MOT?

EA08 RZR has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2025.

Is EA08 RZR ULEZ compliant?

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

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