2008 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · AP08 THG
2008 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 86,254 miles. MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (25 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,254 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AP08 THG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2025
- 86,254 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AP08 THG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Polo (AP08 THG) between August 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
AP08 THG Mileage History
- 10/08/202374,164 mi
- 14/08/202477,445 mi+3,281 mi
- 19/08/202477,445 mi
- 13/08/202586,254 mi+8,809 mi
- 13/08/202586,254 mi
Average of roughly 6,015 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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