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FT08 PGZ

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Lincoln, 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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 98,617 miles on the clock, averaging 5,295 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 FT08 PGZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,617
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2011
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
5,295

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading98,617 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year5,295
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT08 PGZ 22k41k60k80k99k '11'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,617 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,616 miles
Since last MOT+2,743 miles
PASS
Mileage95,873 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,873 miles
Since last MOT+4,698 miles
PASS
Mileage91,175 miles
Since last MOT+3,790 miles
PASS
Mileage87,385 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,385 miles
Since last MOT+4,309 miles
PASS
Mileage83,076 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,076 miles
Since last MOT+6,274 miles
PASS
Mileage76,802 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,802 miles
Since last MOT+12,538 miles
PASS
Mileage64,264 miles
Since last MOT+4,502 miles
PASS
Mileage59,762 miles
Since last MOT+7,077 miles
PASS
Mileage52,685 miles
Since last MOT+7,317 miles
PASS
Mileage45,368 miles
Since last MOT+3,443 miles
PASS
Mileage41,925 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,901 miles
Since last MOT+2,827 miles
PASS
Mileage39,074 miles
Since last MOT+3,227 miles
PASS
Mileage35,847 miles
Since last MOT+3,729 miles
PASS
Mileage32,118 miles
Since last MOT+3,720 miles
PASS
Mileage28,398 miles
Since last MOT+6,126 miles
PASS
Mileage22,272 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

RegistrationFT08 PGZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FT08 PGZ

What car is FT08 PGZ?

FT08 PGZ is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2008.

What is the mileage of FT08 PGZ?

The last recorded mileage for FT08 PGZ was 98,617 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT08 PGZ passed its MOT?

FT08 PGZ has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2025.

Is FT08 PGZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT08 PGZ 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 PGZ?

FT08 PGZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.