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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 139,008 miles on the clock, averaging 8,226 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GF08 XDM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,008 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,226 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GF08 XDM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GF08 XDM
What car is GF08 XDM?
GF08 XDM is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GF08 XDM?
The last recorded mileage for GF08 XDM was 139,008 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF08 XDM passed its MOT?
GF08 XDM has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2025.
Is GF08 XDM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF08 XDM 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 GF08 XDM?
GF08 XDM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.