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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 70,983 miles on the clock, averaging 5,669 miles per year, 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 ML08 FTP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 70,983 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,669 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | ML08 FTP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About ML08 FTP
What car is ML08 FTP?
ML08 FTP is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of ML08 FTP?
The last recorded mileage for ML08 FTP was 70,983 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML08 FTP passed its MOT?
ML08 FTP has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Aug 2019.
Is ML08 FTP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML08 FTP 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 ML08 FTP?
ML08 FTP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.