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FY08 VZG

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
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 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 127,489 miles on the clock, averaging 7,852 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 FY08 VZG

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,489
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,852

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading127,489 miles
Reading date
Miles last year27
Average per year7,852
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY08 VZG 37k60k82k105k127k '11'22'17

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,489 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,462 miles
Since last MOT+2,406 miles
PASS
Mileage125,056 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,042 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,025 miles
Since last MOT+622 miles
PASS
Mileage124,403 miles
Since last MOT+7,097 miles
PASS
Mileage117,306 miles
Since last MOT+7,461 miles
PASS
Mileage109,845 miles
Since last MOT+7,142 miles
PASS
Mileage102,703 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,703 miles
Since last MOT+5,411 miles
PASS
Mileage97,292 miles
Since last MOT+9,740 miles
PASS
Mileage87,552 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,552 miles
Since last MOT+14,604 miles
PASS
Mileage72,948 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,942 miles
Since last MOT+9,130 miles
PASS
Mileage63,812 miles
Since last MOT+13,140 miles
PASS
Mileage50,672 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,661 miles
Since last MOT+13,317 miles
PASS
Mileage37,344 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,344 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

RegistrationFY08 VZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FY08 VZG

What car is FY08 VZG?

FY08 VZG is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2008.

What is the mileage of FY08 VZG?

The last recorded mileage for FY08 VZG was 127,489 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY08 VZG passed its MOT?

FY08 VZG has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2022.

Is FY08 VZG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY08 VZG 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 FY08 VZG?

FY08 VZG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.