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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 62,021 miles on the clock, averaging 3,638 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 JPY
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,021 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,984 |
| Average per year | 3,638 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 JPY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 JPY
What car is HW08 JPY?
HW08 JPY is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HW08 JPY?
The last recorded mileage for HW08 JPY was 62,021 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW08 JPY passed its MOT?
HW08 JPY has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2026.
Is HW08 JPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW08 JPY 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 JPY?
HW08 JPY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.