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MJ08 RVW

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourGrey
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 32,813 miles on the clock, averaging 1,911 miles per year, well below 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 RVW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
32,813
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2011
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
1,911

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading32,813 miles
Reading date
Average per year1,911
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MJ08 RVW 5k12k19k26k33k '11'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage32,813 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,813 miles
Since last MOT+588 miles
PASS
Mileage32,225 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,225 miles
Since last MOT+665 miles
PASS
Mileage31,560 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,559 miles
Since last MOT+2,257 miles
PASS
Mileage29,302 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,302 miles
Since last MOT+3,229 miles
PASS
Mileage26,073 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,061 miles
Since last MOT+3,921 miles
PASS
Mileage22,140 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,140 miles
Since last MOT+6,195 miles
PASS
Mileage15,945 miles
Since last MOT+3,070 miles
PASS
Mileage12,875 miles
Since last MOT+593 miles
PASS
Mileage12,282 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage12,281 miles
Since last MOT+696 miles
PASS
Mileage11,585 miles
Since last MOT+544 miles
PASS
Mileage11,041 miles
Since last MOT+2,162 miles
PASS
Mileage8,879 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage8,879 miles
Since last MOT+573 miles
PASS
Mileage8,306 miles
Since last MOT+1,798 miles
PASS
Mileage6,508 miles
Since last MOT+1,424 miles
PASS
Mileage5,084 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 RVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
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 RVW

What car is MJ08 RVW?

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

What is the mileage of MJ08 RVW?

The last recorded mileage for MJ08 RVW was 32,813 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MJ08 RVW passed its MOT?

MJ08 RVW has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2025.

Is MJ08 RVW ULEZ compliant?

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

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