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 1198cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 97,933 miles on the clock, averaging 4,555 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 OV08 MBX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 97,933 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,526 |
| Average per year | 4,555 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV08 MBX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About OV08 MBX
What car is OV08 MBX?
OV08 MBX is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.
What is the mileage of OV08 MBX?
The last recorded mileage for OV08 MBX was 97,933 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV08 MBX passed its MOT?
OV08 MBX has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Jan 2025.
Is OV08 MBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV08 MBX 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 OV08 MBX?
OV08 MBX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.