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GU08 HUO

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 88,594 miles on the clock, averaging 3,891 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 GU08 HUO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
88,594
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,891

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading88,594 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,735
Average per year3,891
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU08 HUO 29k44k59k74k89k '11'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,594 miles
Since last MOT+6,735 miles
PASS
Mileage81,859 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,859 miles
Since last MOT+14,760 miles
PASS
Mileage67,099 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,099 miles
Since last MOT+9,814 miles
PASS
Mileage57,285 miles
Since last MOT+562 miles
PASS
Mileage56,723 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,723 miles
Since last MOT+1,369 miles
PASS
Mileage55,354 miles
Since last MOT+1,951 miles
PASS
Mileage53,403 miles
Since last MOT+1,783 miles
PASS
Mileage51,620 miles
Since last MOT+2,043 miles
PASS
Mileage49,577 miles
Since last MOT+2,349 miles
PASS
Mileage47,228 miles
Since last MOT+3,295 miles
PASS
Mileage43,933 miles
Since last MOT+986 miles
PASS
Mileage42,947 miles
Since last MOT+2,866 miles
PASS
Mileage40,081 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,081 miles
Since last MOT+3,178 miles
PASS
Mileage36,903 miles
Since last MOT+3,799 miles
PASS
Mileage33,104 miles
Since last MOT+4,597 miles
PASS
Mileage28,507 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

RegistrationGU08 HUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GU08 HUO

What car is GU08 HUO?

GU08 HUO is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GU08 HUO?

The last recorded mileage for GU08 HUO was 88,594 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU08 HUO passed its MOT?

GU08 HUO has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2026.

Is GU08 HUO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU08 HUO 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 GU08 HUO?

GU08 HUO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.