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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 32,060 miles on the clock, averaging 1,787 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 JKZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 32,060 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,115 |
| Average per year | 1,787 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 JKZ |
| 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 JKZ
What car is HW08 JKZ?
HW08 JKZ is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HW08 JKZ?
The last recorded mileage for HW08 JKZ was 32,060 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW08 JKZ passed its MOT?
HW08 JKZ has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2026.
Is HW08 JKZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW08 JKZ 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 JKZ?
HW08 JKZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.