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WR08 FTO

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Bristol, West of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 42,499 miles on the clock, averaging 2,220 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 WR08 FTO

MOT Status
Due date passed
42,499
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
2,220

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading42,499 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,279
Average per year2,220
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR08 FTO 10k18k26k34k42k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage42,499 miles
Since last MOT+1,279 miles
PASS
Mileage41,220 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,220 miles
Since last MOT+1,523 miles
PASS
Mileage39,697 miles
Since last MOT+1,354 miles
PASS
Mileage38,343 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,343 miles
Since last MOT+1,673 miles
PASS
Mileage36,670 miles
Since last MOT+2,149 miles
PASS
Mileage34,521 miles
Since last MOT+3,598 miles
PASS
Mileage30,923 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,923 miles
Since last MOT+2,313 miles
PASS
Mileage28,610 miles
Since last MOT+1,873 miles
PASS
Mileage26,737 miles
Since last MOT+3,409 miles
PASS
Mileage23,328 miles
Since last MOT+1,294 miles
PASS
Mileage22,034 miles
Since last MOT+1,334 miles
PASS
Mileage20,700 miles
Since last MOT+3,104 miles
PASS
Mileage17,596 miles
Since last MOT+2,543 miles
PASS
Mileage15,053 miles
Since last MOT+4,767 miles
PASS
Mileage10,286 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

RegistrationWR08 FTO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WR08 FTO

What car is WR08 FTO?

WR08 FTO is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WR08 FTO?

The last recorded mileage for WR08 FTO was 42,499 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR08 FTO passed its MOT?

WR08 FTO has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2025.

Is WR08 FTO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR08 FTO 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 WR08 FTO?

WR08 FTO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.