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EF08 EWT

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 108,128 miles on the clock, averaging 6,094 miles per year, 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 EF08 EWT

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
108,128
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2011
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
6,094

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading108,128 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year6,094
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF08 EWT 16k39k62k85k108k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,128 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,122 miles
Since last MOT+8,808 miles
PASS
Mileage99,314 miles
Since last MOT+10,212 miles
PASS
Mileage89,102 miles
Since last MOT+7,123 miles
PASS
Mileage81,979 miles
Since last MOT+7,069 miles
PASS
Mileage74,910 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,909 miles
Since last MOT+6,926 miles
PASS
Mileage67,983 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,979 miles
Since last MOT+2,219 miles
PASS
Mileage65,760 miles
Since last MOT+3,906 miles
PASS
Mileage61,854 miles
Since last MOT+4,639 miles
PASS
Mileage57,215 miles
Since last MOT+1,809 miles
PASS
Mileage55,406 miles
Since last MOT+10,422 miles
PASS
Mileage44,984 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,984 miles
Since last MOT+9,049 miles
PASS
Mileage35,935 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,935 miles
Since last MOT+6,875 miles
PASS
Mileage29,060 miles
Since last MOT+1,757 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,303 miles
Since last MOT+2,784 miles
PASS
Mileage24,519 miles
Since last MOT+3,934 miles
PASS
Mileage20,585 miles
Since last MOT+4,369 miles
PASS
Mileage16,216 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

RegistrationEF08 EWT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EF08 EWT

What car is EF08 EWT?

EF08 EWT is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EF08 EWT?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 EWT was 108,128 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 EWT passed its MOT?

EF08 EWT has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2026.

Is EF08 EWT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 EWT 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 EF08 EWT?

EF08 EWT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.