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 1390cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 163,824 miles on the clock, averaging 8,379 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 TBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,824 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,760 |
| Average per year | 8,379 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA08 TBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MA08 TBZ
What car is MA08 TBZ?
MA08 TBZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MA08 TBZ?
The last recorded mileage for MA08 TBZ was 163,824 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA08 TBZ passed its MOT?
MA08 TBZ has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2025.
Is MA08 TBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA08 TBZ 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 TBZ?
MA08 TBZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.