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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 146,223 miles on the clock, averaging 8,015 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 FP08 WGM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,223 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,015 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FP08 WGM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FP08 WGM
What car is FP08 WGM?
FP08 WGM is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FP08 WGM?
The last recorded mileage for FP08 WGM was 146,223 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP08 WGM passed its MOT?
FP08 WGM has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2022.
Is FP08 WGM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP08 WGM 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 FP08 WGM?
FP08 WGM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.