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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 32,823 miles on the clock, averaging 385 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 RV08 RMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 32,823 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -56,010 |
| Average per year | 385 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | RV08 RMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RV08 RMU
What car is RV08 RMU?
RV08 RMU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RV08 RMU?
The last recorded mileage for RV08 RMU was 32,823 miles, recorded on 19 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV08 RMU passed its MOT?
RV08 RMU has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2026.
Is RV08 RMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV08 RMU 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 RV08 RMU?
RV08 RMU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.