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MK08 JDU

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 29,091 miles on the clock, averaging 1,340 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 JDU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
29,091
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
1,340

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading29,091 miles
Reading date
Miles last year23
Average per year1,340
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MK08 JDU 9k14k19k24k29k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage29,091 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
PASS
Mileage29,068 miles
Since last MOT+306 miles
PASS
Mileage28,762 miles
Since last MOT+434 miles
PASS
Mileage28,328 miles
Since last MOT+803 miles
PASS
Mileage27,525 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,525 miles
Since last MOT+293 miles
PASS
Mileage27,232 miles
Since last MOT+1,176 miles
PASS
Mileage26,056 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,056 miles
Since last MOT+993 miles
PASS
Mileage25,063 miles
Since last MOT+1,032 miles
PASS
Mileage24,031 miles
Since last MOT+2,272 miles
PASS
Mileage21,759 miles
Since last MOT+2,652 miles
PASS
Mileage19,107 miles
Since last MOT+2,711 miles
PASS
Mileage16,396 miles
Since last MOT+2,273 miles
PASS
Mileage14,123 miles
Since last MOT+2,933 miles
PASS
Mileage11,190 miles
Since last MOT+2,216 miles
PASS
Mileage8,974 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 JDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MK08 JDU

What car is MK08 JDU?

MK08 JDU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MK08 JDU?

The last recorded mileage for MK08 JDU was 29,091 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MK08 JDU passed its MOT?

MK08 JDU has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Apr 2026.

Is MK08 JDU ULEZ compliant?

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

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