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MK08 HZG

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 78,664 miles on the clock, averaging 4,944 miles per year, well below 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 MK08 HZG

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,664
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2011
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,944

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading78,664 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16
Average per year4,944
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MK08 HZG 6k24k42k60k79k '11'25'19

Check MK08 HZG

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,664 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,648 miles
Since last MOT+2,115 miles
PASS
Mileage76,533 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,533 miles
Since last MOT+478 miles
PASS
Mileage76,055 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,055 miles
Since last MOT+1,321 miles
PASS
Mileage74,734 miles
Since last MOT+3,415 miles
PASS
Mileage71,319 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,319 miles
Since last MOT+2,213 miles
PASS
Mileage69,106 miles
Since last MOT+2,790 miles
PASS
Mileage66,316 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,316 miles
Since last MOT+2,873 miles
PASS
Mileage63,443 miles
Since last MOT+3,252 miles
PASS
Mileage60,191 miles
Since last MOT+14,623 miles
PASS
Mileage45,568 miles
Since last MOT+103 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,465 miles
Since last MOT+16,211 miles
PASS
Mileage29,254 miles
Since last MOT+8,319 miles
PASS
Mileage20,935 miles
Since last MOT+6,703 miles
PASS
Mileage14,232 miles
Since last MOT+5,605 miles
PASS
Mileage8,627 miles
Since last MOT+854 miles
PASS
Mileage7,773 miles
Since last MOT+1,777 miles
PASS
Mileage5,996 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

RegistrationMK08 HZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MK08 HZG

What car is MK08 HZG?

MK08 HZG is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MK08 HZG?

The last recorded mileage for MK08 HZG was 78,664 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MK08 HZG passed its MOT?

MK08 HZG has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2025.

Is MK08 HZG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK08 HZG 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 MK08 HZG?

MK08 HZG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.