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LG08 MVW

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
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 2008 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 123,932 miles on the clock, averaging 7,445 miles per year, around 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 LG08 MVW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
123,932
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
7,445

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,932 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,445
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LG08 MVW 10k39k67k96k124k '11'26'20

Check LG08 MVW

Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,932 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,932 miles
Since last MOT+12,192 miles
PASS
Mileage111,740 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,736 miles
Since last MOT+12,915 miles
PASS
Mileage98,821 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,821 miles
Since last MOT+10,627 miles
PASS
Mileage88,194 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,194 miles
Since last MOT+10,988 miles
PASS
Mileage77,206 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,206 miles
Since last MOT+12,667 miles
PASS
Mileage64,539 miles
Since last MOT+10,013 miles
PASS
Mileage54,526 miles
Since last MOT+18,500 miles
PASS
Mileage36,026 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,026 miles
Since last MOT+10,262 miles
PASS
Mileage25,764 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,764 miles
Since last MOT+9,787 miles
PASS
Mileage15,977 miles
Since last MOT+1,000 miles
PASS
Mileage14,977 miles
Since last MOT+2,729 miles
PASS
Mileage12,248 miles
PASS
Mileage12,882 miles
Since last MOT+1,263 miles
PASS
Mileage11,619 miles
Since last MOT+466 miles
PASS
Mileage11,153 miles
Since last MOT+872 miles
PASS
Mileage10,281 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

RegistrationLG08 MVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LG08 MVW

What car is LG08 MVW?

LG08 MVW is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LG08 MVW?

The last recorded mileage for LG08 MVW was 123,932 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG08 MVW passed its MOT?

LG08 MVW has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2026.

Is LG08 MVW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG08 MVW 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 LG08 MVW?

LG08 MVW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.