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RF08 GGO

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 87,449 miles on the clock, averaging 4,508 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 RF08 GGO

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,449
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,508

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading87,449 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16
Average per year4,508
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RF08 GGO 33k46k60k74k87k '11'23'18

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,449 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,433 miles
Since last MOT+3,357 miles
PASS
Mileage84,076 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,076 miles
Since last MOT+3,883 miles
PASS
Mileage80,193 miles
Since last MOT+4,026 miles
PASS
Mileage76,167 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,162 miles
Since last MOT+3,832 miles
PASS
Mileage72,330 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,330 miles
Since last MOT+5,701 miles
PASS
Mileage66,629 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,629 miles
Since last MOT+4,665 miles
PASS
Mileage61,964 miles
Since last MOT+4,895 miles
PASS
Mileage57,069 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,069 miles
Since last MOT+3,147 miles
PASS
Mileage53,922 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,922 miles
Since last MOT+5,478 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,444 miles
Since last MOT+4,887 miles
PASS
Mileage43,557 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,557 miles
Since last MOT+5,857 miles
PASS
Mileage37,700 miles
Since last MOT+5,098 miles
PASS
Mileage32,602 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

RegistrationRF08 GGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About RF08 GGO

What car is RF08 GGO?

RF08 GGO is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.

What is the mileage of RF08 GGO?

The last recorded mileage for RF08 GGO was 87,449 miles, recorded on 20 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF08 GGO passed its MOT?

RF08 GGO has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Jun 2023.

Is RF08 GGO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF08 GGO 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 RF08 GGO?

RF08 GGO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.