Vehicle summary
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 151,634 miles on the clock, averaging 10,735 miles per year, above 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 LXF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,634 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,951 |
| Average per year | 10,735 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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
| Registration | FM08 LXF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FM08 LXF
What car is FM08 LXF?
FM08 LXF is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FM08 LXF?
The last recorded mileage for FM08 LXF was 151,634 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM08 LXF passed its MOT?
FM08 LXF has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2024.
Is FM08 LXF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM08 LXF 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 LXF?
FM08 LXF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.