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 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 53,506 miles on the clock, averaging 2,792 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 HW08 FWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 53,506 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,792 |
| 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 | HW08 FWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HW08 FWJ
What car is HW08 FWJ?
HW08 FWJ is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HW08 FWJ?
The last recorded mileage for HW08 FWJ was 53,506 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW08 FWJ passed its MOT?
HW08 FWJ has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2023.
Is HW08 FWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW08 FWJ 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 HW08 FWJ?
HW08 FWJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.