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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 117,068 miles on the clock, averaging 6,713 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 FV08 BFM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,068 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,985 |
| Average per year | 6,713 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | FV08 BFM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FV08 BFM
What car is FV08 BFM?
FV08 BFM is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2008.
What is the mileage of FV08 BFM?
The last recorded mileage for FV08 BFM was 117,068 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV08 BFM passed its MOT?
FV08 BFM has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.
Is FV08 BFM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV08 BFM 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 FV08 BFM?
FV08 BFM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.