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HG08 GNY

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 66,953 miles on the clock, averaging 3,680 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 HG08 GNY

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,953
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
89%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
3,680

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 reading66,953 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,101
Average per year3,680
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HG08 GNY 14k27k40k54k67k '11'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,953 miles
Since last MOT+1,101 miles
PASS
Mileage65,852 miles
Since last MOT+1,363 miles
PASS
Mileage64,489 miles
Since last MOT+680 miles
PASS
Mileage63,809 miles
Since last MOT+1,538 miles
PASS
Mileage62,271 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,269 miles
Since last MOT+4,618 miles
PASS
Mileage57,651 miles
Since last MOT+193 miles
PASS
Mileage57,458 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,458 miles
Since last MOT+4,330 miles
PASS
Mileage53,128 miles
Since last MOT+3,256 miles
PASS
Mileage49,872 miles
Since last MOT+3,406 miles
PASS
Mileage46,466 miles
Since last MOT+4,773 miles
PASS
Mileage41,693 miles
Since last MOT+4,999 miles
PASS
Mileage36,694 miles
Since last MOT+5,108 miles
PASS
Mileage31,586 miles
Since last MOT+6,619 miles
PASS
Mileage24,967 miles
Since last MOT+4,998 miles
PASS
Mileage19,969 miles
Since last MOT+5,926 miles
PASS
Mileage14,043 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

RegistrationHG08 GNY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeHG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About HG08 GNY

What car is HG08 GNY?

HG08 GNY is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2008.

What is the mileage of HG08 GNY?

The last recorded mileage for HG08 GNY was 66,953 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HG08 GNY passed its MOT?

HG08 GNY has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2025.

Is HG08 GNY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG08 GNY 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 HG08 GNY?

HG08 GNY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.