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MJ08 FHP

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 84,820 miles on the clock, averaging 7,997 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for MJ08 FHP

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,820
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,997

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 reading84,820 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,997
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MJ08 FHP 20k37k53k69k85k '11'19'16

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,820 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,820 miles
Since last MOT+4,687 miles
PASS
Mileage80,133 miles
Since last MOT+6,614 miles
PASS
Mileage73,519 miles
Since last MOT+2,717 miles
PASS
Mileage70,802 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,800 miles
Since last MOT+14,755 miles
PASS
Mileage56,045 miles
Since last MOT+17,316 miles
PASS
Mileage38,729 miles
Since last MOT+8,843 miles
PASS
Mileage29,886 miles
Since last MOT+5,239 miles
PASS
Mileage24,647 miles
Since last MOT+4,220 miles
PASS
Mileage20,427 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,425 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 FHP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MJ08 FHP

What car is MJ08 FHP?

MJ08 FHP is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MJ08 FHP?

The last recorded mileage for MJ08 FHP was 84,820 miles, recorded on 1 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MJ08 FHP passed its MOT?

MJ08 FHP has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2019.

Is MJ08 FHP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ08 FHP 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 MJ08 FHP?

MJ08 FHP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.