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GP08 UXH

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 75,972 miles on the clock, averaging 2,400 miles per year, well below 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 GP08 UXH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
75,972
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2011
68%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
2,400

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading75,972 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,035
Average per year2,400
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP08 UXH 40k49k58k67k76k '11'26'20

Check GP08 UXH

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,972 miles
Since last MOT+1,035 miles
PASS
Mileage74,937 miles
Since last MOT+1,724 miles
PASS
Mileage73,213 miles
Since last MOT+2,488 miles
PASS
Mileage70,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,725 miles
Since last MOT+2,292 miles
PASS
Mileage68,433 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,433 miles
Since last MOT+1,333 miles
PASS
Mileage67,100 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,100 miles
Since last MOT+1,400 miles
PASS
Mileage65,700 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,700 miles
Since last MOT+1,848 miles
PASS
Mileage63,852 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,839 miles
Since last MOT+2,706 miles
PASS
Mileage61,133 miles
Since last MOT+2,055 miles
PASS
Mileage59,078 miles
Since last MOT+2,008 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,070 miles
Since last MOT+1,720 miles
PASS
Mileage55,350 miles
Since last MOT+691 miles
PASS
Mileage54,659 miles
Since last MOT+4,838 miles
PASS
Mileage49,821 miles
Since last MOT+2,980 miles
PASS
Mileage46,841 miles
Since last MOT+3,288 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,553 miles
Since last MOT+3,321 miles
PASS
Mileage40,232 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 UXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GP08 UXH

What car is GP08 UXH?

GP08 UXH is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GP08 UXH?

The last recorded mileage for GP08 UXH was 75,972 miles, recorded on 27 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP08 UXH passed its MOT?

GP08 UXH has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2026.

Is GP08 UXH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP08 UXH 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 GP08 UXH?

GP08 UXH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.