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PX08 XFW

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
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 1198cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 113,380 miles on the clock, averaging 7,012 miles per year, 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 PX08 XFW

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,380
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,012

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

Below average
Latest reading113,380 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,560
Average per year7,012
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PX08 XFW 26k48k70k91k113k '11'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage113,380 miles
Since last MOT+7,560 miles
PASS
Mileage105,820 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,809 miles
Since last MOT+8,308 miles
PASS
Mileage97,501 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,499 miles
Since last MOT+3,667 miles
PASS
Mileage93,832 miles
Since last MOT+5,602 miles
PASS
Mileage88,230 miles
Since last MOT+5,188 miles
PASS
Mileage83,042 miles
Since last MOT+4,587 miles
PASS
Mileage78,455 miles
Since last MOT+221 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,234 miles
Since last MOT+7,678 miles
PASS
Mileage70,556 miles
Since last MOT+101 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,455 miles
Since last MOT+7,562 miles
PASS
Mileage62,893 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,893 miles
Since last MOT+9,657 miles
PASS
Mileage53,236 miles
Since last MOT+9,423 miles
PASS
Mileage43,813 miles
Since last MOT+9,156 miles
PASS
Mileage34,657 miles
Since last MOT+8,958 miles
PASS
Mileage25,699 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,699 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 XFW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About PX08 XFW

What car is PX08 XFW?

PX08 XFW is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2008.

What is the mileage of PX08 XFW?

The last recorded mileage for PX08 XFW was 113,380 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX08 XFW passed its MOT?

PX08 XFW has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 21 Sep 2023.

Is PX08 XFW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX08 XFW 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 PX08 XFW?

PX08 XFW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.