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FP08 XJH

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 136,987 miles on the clock, averaging 8,474 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for FP08 XJH

MOT Status
Due date passed
136,987
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
8,474

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 reading136,987 miles
Reading date
Miles last year67
Average per year8,474
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FP08 XJH 30k57k83k110k137k '11'24'18

Check FP08 XJH

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage136,987 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,920 miles
Since last MOT+9,424 miles
PASS
Mileage127,496 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,496 miles
Since last MOT+13,027 miles
PASS
Mileage114,469 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,469 miles
Since last MOT+9,691 miles
PASS
Mileage104,778 miles
Since last MOT+13,623 miles
PASS
Mileage91,155 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,155 miles
Since last MOT+14,980 miles
PASS
Mileage76,175 miles
Since last MOT+792 miles
PASS
Mileage75,383 miles
Since last MOT+9,912 miles
PASS
Mileage65,471 miles
Since last MOT+3,832 miles
PASS
Mileage61,639 miles
Since last MOT+34,768 miles
PASS
Mileage26,871 miles
PASS
Mileage54,717 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,717 miles
Since last MOT+6,901 miles
PASS
Mileage47,816 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,786 miles
Since last MOT+8,541 miles
PASS
Mileage39,245 miles
Since last MOT+9,445 miles
PASS
Mileage29,800 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

RegistrationFP08 XJH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FP08 XJH

What car is FP08 XJH?

FP08 XJH is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FP08 XJH?

The last recorded mileage for FP08 XJH was 136,987 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP08 XJH passed its MOT?

FP08 XJH has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2024.

Is FP08 XJH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP08 XJH 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 XJH?

FP08 XJH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.