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KL08 TJV

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 2008 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 134,315 miles on the clock, averaging 9,641 miles per year, above 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 KL08 TJV

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,315
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
56%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,641

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading134,315 miles
Reading date
Miles last year70
Average per year9,641
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KL08 TJV 37k62k86k110k134k '11'21'17

Check KL08 TJV

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,315 miles
Since last MOT+70 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,245 miles
Since last MOT+3,352 miles
PASS
Mileage130,893 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,875 miles
Since last MOT+8,372 miles
PASS
Mileage122,503 miles
Since last MOT+10,143 miles
PASS
Mileage112,360 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,358 miles
Since last MOT+10,389 miles
PASS
Mileage101,969 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,969 miles
Since last MOT+11,694 miles
PASS
Mileage90,275 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,275 miles
Since last MOT+18,058 miles
PASS
Mileage72,217 miles
Since last MOT+9,358 miles
PASS
Mileage62,859 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,859 miles
Since last MOT+12,204 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,655 miles
Since last MOT+13,215 miles
PASS
Mileage37,440 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

RegistrationKL08 TJV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeKL — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About KL08 TJV

What car is KL08 TJV?

KL08 TJV is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Northampton in 2008.

What is the mileage of KL08 TJV?

The last recorded mileage for KL08 TJV was 134,315 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KL08 TJV passed its MOT?

KL08 TJV has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2021.

Is KL08 TJV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL08 TJV 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 KL08 TJV?

KL08 TJV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.