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MX08 NJU

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 153,398 miles on the clock, averaging 12,271 miles per year, above 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 MX08 NJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
153,398
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
12,271

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading153,398 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year12,271
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MX08 NJU 18k52k86k120k153k '11'22'18

Check MX08 NJU

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,398 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,397 miles
Since last MOT+7,672 miles
PASS
Mileage145,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage145,725 miles
Since last MOT+5,358 miles
PASS
Mileage140,367 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,367 miles
Since last MOT+12,479 miles
PASS
Mileage127,888 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,888 miles
Since last MOT+11,802 miles
PASS
Mileage116,086 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,079 miles
Since last MOT+13,336 miles
PASS
Mileage102,743 miles
Since last MOT+19,507 miles
PASS
Mileage83,236 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,236 miles
Since last MOT+17,047 miles
PASS
Mileage66,189 miles
Since last MOT+18,504 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,685 miles
Since last MOT+7,096 miles
PASS
Mileage40,589 miles
Since last MOT+9,295 miles
PASS
Mileage31,294 miles
Since last MOT+13,155 miles
PASS
Mileage18,139 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

RegistrationMX08 NJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMX — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MX08 NJU

What car is MX08 NJU?

MX08 NJU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MX08 NJU?

The last recorded mileage for MX08 NJU was 153,398 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MX08 NJU passed its MOT?

MX08 NJU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2022.

Is MX08 NJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MX08 NJU 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 MX08 NJU?

MX08 NJU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.