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MA08 FWC

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 122,456 miles on the clock, averaging 8,004 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 MA08 FWC

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,456
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,004

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading122,456 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,140
Average per year8,004
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MA08 FWC 11k39k67k95k122k '11'25'18

Check MA08 FWC

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,456 miles
Since last MOT+17,140 miles
PASS
Mileage105,316 miles
Since last MOT+7,003 miles
PASS
Mileage98,313 miles
Since last MOT+12,360 miles
PASS
Mileage85,953 miles
Since last MOT+12,259 miles
PASS
Mileage73,694 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,694 miles
Since last MOT+2,386 miles
PASS
Mileage71,308 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,297 miles
Since last MOT+2,106 miles
PASS
Mileage69,191 miles
Since last MOT+2,486 miles
PASS
Mileage66,705 miles
Since last MOT+1,079 miles
PASS
Mileage65,626 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,626 miles
Since last MOT+10,342 miles
PASS
Mileage55,284 miles
Since last MOT+14,905 miles
PASS
Mileage40,379 miles
Since last MOT+13,634 miles
PASS
Mileage26,745 miles
Since last MOT+11,989 miles
PASS
Mileage14,756 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage14,756 miles
Since last MOT+3,777 miles
PASS
Mileage10,979 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

RegistrationMA08 FWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MA08 FWC

What car is MA08 FWC?

MA08 FWC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MA08 FWC?

The last recorded mileage for MA08 FWC was 122,456 miles, recorded on 15 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA08 FWC passed its MOT?

MA08 FWC has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Feb 2025.

Is MA08 FWC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA08 FWC 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 MA08 FWC?

MA08 FWC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.