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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 60,528 miles on the clock, averaging 3,083 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 UMY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,528 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 655 |
| Average per year | 3,083 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 UMY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 UMY
What car is HV08 UMY?
HV08 UMY is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HV08 UMY?
The last recorded mileage for HV08 UMY was 60,528 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV08 UMY passed its MOT?
HV08 UMY has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Nov 2025.
Is HV08 UMY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV08 UMY 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 UMY?
HV08 UMY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.