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 1781cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 142,321 miles on the clock, averaging 8,086 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 HW08 KOV
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
About average| Latest reading | 142,321 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,086 |
| 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 KOV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1781cc |
| 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 KOV
What car is HW08 KOV?
HW08 KOV is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1781cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HW08 KOV?
The last recorded mileage for HW08 KOV was 142,321 miles, recorded on 20 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW08 KOV passed its MOT?
HW08 KOV has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Aug 2025.
Is HW08 KOV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW08 KOV 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 KOV?
HW08 KOV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.