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KD08 TOW

2009 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 2009 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 51,327 miles on the clock, averaging 2,737 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for KD08 TOW

MOT Status
Due date passed
51,327
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2012
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
2,737

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading51,327 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,879
Average per year2,737
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KD08 TOW 15k24k33k42k51k '12'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage51,327 miles
Since last MOT+2,879 miles
PASS
Mileage48,448 miles
Since last MOT+4,249 miles
PASS
Mileage44,199 miles
Since last MOT+4,792 miles
PASS
Mileage39,407 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,406 miles
Since last MOT+1,628 miles
PASS
Mileage37,778 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,778 miles
Since last MOT+1,662 miles
PASS
Mileage36,116 miles
Since last MOT+2,133 miles
PASS
Mileage33,983 miles
Since last MOT+2,115 miles
PASS
Mileage31,868 miles
Since last MOT+2,226 miles
PASS
Mileage29,642 miles
Since last MOT+2,766 miles
PASS
Mileage26,876 miles
Since last MOT+162 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,714 miles
Since last MOT+3,181 miles
PASS
Mileage23,533 miles
Since last MOT+2,691 miles
PASS
Mileage20,842 miles
Since last MOT+3,401 miles
PASS
Mileage17,441 miles
Since last MOT+2,841 miles
PASS
Mileage14,600 miles

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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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD08 TOW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeKD — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About KD08 TOW

What car is KD08 TOW?

KD08 TOW is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Northampton in 2009.

What is the mileage of KD08 TOW?

The last recorded mileage for KD08 TOW was 51,327 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KD08 TOW passed its MOT?

KD08 TOW has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2025.

Is KD08 TOW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KD08 TOW 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 KD08 TOW?

KD08 TOW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.