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FG08 FHD

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 113,297 miles on the clock, averaging 6,512 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 FG08 FHD

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
113,297
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
6,512

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

Below average
Latest reading113,297 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18
Average per year6,512
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FG08 FHD 16k41k65k89k113k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,297 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,279 miles
Since last MOT+7,366 miles
PASS
Mileage105,913 miles
Since last MOT+44 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,869 miles
Since last MOT+4,537 miles
PASS
Mileage101,332 miles
Since last MOT+5,272 miles
PASS
Mileage96,060 miles
Since last MOT+97 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,963 miles
Since last MOT+5,392 miles
PASS
Mileage90,571 miles
Since last MOT+4,451 miles
PASS
Mileage86,120 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,120 miles
Since last MOT+7,073 miles
PASS
Mileage79,047 miles
Since last MOT+218 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,829 miles
Since last MOT+7,692 miles
PASS
Mileage71,137 miles
Since last MOT+4,501 miles
PASS
Mileage66,636 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,636 miles
Since last MOT+18,614 miles
PASS
Mileage48,022 miles
Since last MOT+232 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,790 miles
Since last MOT+15,538 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,252 miles
Since last MOT+4,125 miles
PASS
Mileage28,127 miles
Since last MOT+3,992 miles
PASS
Mileage24,135 miles
Since last MOT+7,754 miles
PASS
Mileage16,381 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

RegistrationFG08 FHD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FG08 FHD

What car is FG08 FHD?

FG08 FHD is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FG08 FHD?

The last recorded mileage for FG08 FHD was 113,297 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FG08 FHD passed its MOT?

FG08 FHD has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2026.

Is FG08 FHD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG08 FHD 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 FG08 FHD?

FG08 FHD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.