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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 45,998 miles on the clock, averaging 2,214 miles per year, well 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 FT08 OGL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 45,998 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 29 |
| Average per year | 2,214 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FT08 OGL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FT08 OGL
What car is FT08 OGL?
FT08 OGL is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2008.
What is the mileage of FT08 OGL?
The last recorded mileage for FT08 OGL was 45,998 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT08 OGL passed its MOT?
FT08 OGL has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2026.
Is FT08 OGL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT08 OGL 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 FT08 OGL?
FT08 OGL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.