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FM08 CBV

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 90,669 miles on the clock, averaging 5,451 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 FM08 CBV

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,669
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
5,451

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading90,669 miles
Reading date
Miles last year309
Average per year5,451
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM08 CBV 12k32k51k71k91k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,669 miles
Since last MOT+309 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,360 miles
Since last MOT+13,272 miles
PASS
Mileage77,088 miles
Since last MOT+14,531 miles
PASS
Mileage62,557 miles
Since last MOT+6,297 miles
PASS
Mileage56,260 miles
Since last MOT+9,356 miles
PASS
Mileage46,904 miles
Since last MOT+9,584 miles
PASS
Mileage37,320 miles
Since last MOT+7,290 miles
PASS
Mileage30,030 miles
Since last MOT+807 miles
PASS
Mileage29,223 miles
Since last MOT+2,815 miles
PASS
Mileage26,408 miles
Since last MOT+3,151 miles
PASS
Mileage23,257 miles
Since last MOT+2,930 miles
PASS
Mileage20,327 miles
Since last MOT+2,512 miles
PASS
Mileage17,815 miles
Since last MOT+1,788 miles
PASS
Mileage16,027 miles
Since last MOT+1,824 miles
FAIL
Mileage14,203 miles
Since last MOT+2,104 miles
PASS
Mileage12,099 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

RegistrationFM08 CBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FM08 CBV

What car is FM08 CBV?

FM08 CBV is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FM08 CBV?

The last recorded mileage for FM08 CBV was 90,669 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM08 CBV passed its MOT?

FM08 CBV has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Sep 2025.

Is FM08 CBV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM08 CBV 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 FM08 CBV?

FM08 CBV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.