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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 116,068 miles on the clock, averaging 7,532 miles per year, around 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 OFA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,068 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,532 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 OFA |
| 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 OFA
What car is HV08 OFA?
HV08 OFA is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HV08 OFA?
The last recorded mileage for HV08 OFA was 116,068 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV08 OFA passed its MOT?
HV08 OFA has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2021.
Is HV08 OFA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV08 OFA 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 OFA?
HV08 OFA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.