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FV08 EVR

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 129,424 miles on the clock, averaging 10,220 miles per year, above 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 EVR

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,424
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
10,220

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading129,424 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year10,220
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV08 EVR 22k49k76k102k129k '11'21'17

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,424 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,422 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,394 miles
Since last MOT+24,865 miles
PASS
Mileage104,529 miles
Since last MOT+18,742 miles
PASS
Mileage85,787 miles
Since last MOT+9,922 miles
PASS
Mileage75,865 miles
Since last MOT+120 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,745 miles
Since last MOT+10,473 miles
PASS
Mileage65,272 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,272 miles
Since last MOT+7,330 miles
PASS
Mileage57,942 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,941 miles
Since last MOT+5,434 miles
PASS
Mileage52,507 miles
Since last MOT+4,339 miles
PASS
Mileage48,168 miles
Since last MOT+4,240 miles
PASS
Mileage43,928 miles
Since last MOT+8,552 miles
PASS
Mileage35,376 miles
Since last MOT+7,006 miles
PASS
Mileage28,370 miles
Since last MOT+6,700 miles
PASS
Mileage21,670 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

RegistrationFV08 EVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FV08 EVR

What car is FV08 EVR?

FV08 EVR is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2008.

What is the mileage of FV08 EVR?

The last recorded mileage for FV08 EVR was 129,424 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV08 EVR passed its MOT?

FV08 EVR has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2021.

Is FV08 EVR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV08 EVR 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 EVR?

FV08 EVR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.