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 1198cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 41,179 miles on the clock, averaging 1,110 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for HV08 LOA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 41,179 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,293 |
| Average per year | 1,110 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HV08 LOA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HV08 LOA
What car is HV08 LOA?
HV08 LOA is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HV08 LOA?
The last recorded mileage for HV08 LOA was 41,179 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV08 LOA passed its MOT?
HV08 LOA has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2025.
Is HV08 LOA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV08 LOA 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 HV08 LOA?
HV08 LOA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.