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EX08 FZP

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 133,770 miles on the clock, averaging 7,047 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 EX08 FZP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
133,770
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
89%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,047

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading133,770 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,866
Average per year7,047
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX08 FZP 28k54k81k107k134k '11'26'20

Check EX08 FZP

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage133,770 miles
Since last MOT+3,866 miles
PASS
Mileage129,904 miles
Since last MOT+4,396 miles
PASS
Mileage125,508 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,508 miles
Since last MOT+6,286 miles
PASS
Mileage119,222 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,222 miles
Since last MOT+6,003 miles
PASS
Mileage113,219 miles
Since last MOT+4,926 miles
PASS
Mileage108,293 miles
Since last MOT+3,134 miles
PASS
Mileage105,159 miles
Since last MOT+8,962 miles
PASS
Mileage96,197 miles
Since last MOT+7,461 miles
PASS
Mileage88,736 miles
Since last MOT+8,752 miles
PASS
Mileage79,984 miles
Since last MOT+7,593 miles
PASS
Mileage72,391 miles
Since last MOT+9,142 miles
PASS
Mileage63,249 miles
Since last MOT+7,972 miles
PASS
Mileage55,277 miles
Since last MOT+8,741 miles
PASS
Mileage46,536 miles
Since last MOT+9,034 miles
PASS
Mileage37,502 miles
Since last MOT+9,613 miles
PASS
Mileage27,889 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

RegistrationEX08 FZP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EX08 FZP

What car is EX08 FZP?

EX08 FZP is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EX08 FZP?

The last recorded mileage for EX08 FZP was 133,770 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX08 FZP passed its MOT?

EX08 FZP has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2026.

Is EX08 FZP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX08 FZP 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 EX08 FZP?

EX08 FZP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.