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FH08 TYZ

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 159,013 miles on the clock, averaging 8,965 miles per year, around 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 FH08 TYZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
159,013
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,965

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading159,013 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,405
Average per year8,965
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH08 TYZ 38k69k99k129k159k '11'24'19

Check FH08 TYZ

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage159,013 miles
Since last MOT+7,405 miles
PASS
Mileage151,608 miles
Since last MOT+3,427 miles
PASS
Mileage148,181 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,170 miles
Since last MOT+2,505 miles
PASS
Mileage145,665 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,655 miles
Since last MOT+1,784 miles
PASS
Mileage143,871 miles
Since last MOT+8,660 miles
PASS
Mileage135,211 miles
Since last MOT+19,986 miles
PASS
Mileage115,225 miles
Since last MOT+4,190 miles
PASS
Mileage111,035 miles
Since last MOT+11,175 miles
PASS
Mileage99,860 miles
Since last MOT+14,441 miles
PASS
Mileage85,419 miles
Since last MOT+12,142 miles
PASS
Mileage73,277 miles
Since last MOT+12,566 miles
PASS
Mileage60,711 miles
Since last MOT+11,170 miles
PASS
Mileage49,541 miles
Since last MOT+11,053 miles
PASS
Mileage38,488 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

RegistrationFH08 TYZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FH08 TYZ

What car is FH08 TYZ?

FH08 TYZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FH08 TYZ?

The last recorded mileage for FH08 TYZ was 159,013 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH08 TYZ passed its MOT?

FH08 TYZ has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2024.

Is FH08 TYZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH08 TYZ 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 FH08 TYZ?

FH08 TYZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.