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FD08 DFN

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 84,409 miles on the clock, averaging 4,247 miles per year, well 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 FD08 DFN

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,409
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,247

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading84,409 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,247
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FD08 DFN 29k43k57k71k84k '11'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,409 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,409 miles
Since last MOT+601 miles
PASS
Mileage83,808 miles
Since last MOT+1,898 miles
PASS
Mileage81,910 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,910 miles
Since last MOT+1,957 miles
PASS
Mileage79,953 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,953 miles
Since last MOT+2,362 miles
PASS
Mileage77,591 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,591 miles
Since last MOT+4,817 miles
PASS
Mileage72,774 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,774 miles
Since last MOT+3,367 miles
PASS
Mileage69,407 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,407 miles
Since last MOT+1,020 miles
PASS
Mileage68,387 miles
Since last MOT+5,819 miles
PASS
Mileage62,568 miles
Since last MOT+5,760 miles
PASS
Mileage56,808 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,808 miles
Since last MOT+5,500 miles
PASS
Mileage51,308 miles
Since last MOT+1,518 miles
PASS
Mileage49,790 miles
Since last MOT+9,788 miles
PASS
Mileage40,002 miles
Since last MOT+10,832 miles
PASS
Mileage29,170 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

RegistrationFD08 DFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FD08 DFN

What car is FD08 DFN?

FD08 DFN is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FD08 DFN?

The last recorded mileage for FD08 DFN was 84,409 miles, recorded on 2 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FD08 DFN passed its MOT?

FD08 DFN has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2024.

Is FD08 DFN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD08 DFN 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 FD08 DFN?

FD08 DFN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.