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VE08 BXM

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 42,847 miles on the clock, averaging 1,529 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 VE08 BXM

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
42,847
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
1,529

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

Low mileage
Latest reading42,847 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,927
Average per year1,529
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VE08 BXM 21k26k32k37k43k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage42,847 miles
Since last MOT+1,927 miles
PASS
Mileage40,920 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,920 miles
Since last MOT+1,632 miles
PASS
Mileage39,288 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,286 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
PASS
Mileage39,282 miles
Since last MOT+531 miles
PASS
Mileage38,751 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,751 miles
Since last MOT+1,032 miles
PASS
Mileage37,719 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,719 miles
Since last MOT+1,568 miles
PASS
Mileage36,151 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,150 miles
Since last MOT+1,718 miles
PASS
Mileage34,432 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,397 miles
Since last MOT+1,823 miles
PASS
Mileage32,574 miles
Since last MOT+2,334 miles
PASS
Mileage30,240 miles
Since last MOT+2,801 miles
PASS
Mileage27,439 miles
Since last MOT+2,633 miles
PASS
Mileage24,806 miles
Since last MOT+4,098 miles
PASS
Mileage20,708 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

RegistrationVE08 BXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeVE — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About VE08 BXM

What car is VE08 BXM?

VE08 BXM is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Worcester in 2008.

What is the mileage of VE08 BXM?

The last recorded mileage for VE08 BXM was 42,847 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VE08 BXM passed its MOT?

VE08 BXM has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2025.

Is VE08 BXM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE08 BXM 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 VE08 BXM?

VE08 BXM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.