2008 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · FM08 SFJ
2008 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 29/07/2008. Recorded mileage 74,618 miles. MOT valid until 20/07/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/07/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,618 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1390cc
FM08 SFJ Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2026
- 74,618 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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FM08 SFJ Mileage History
- 20/07/201115,218 mi
- 23/07/201219,203 mi+3,985 mi
- 25/07/201321,678 mi+2,475 mi
- 28/07/201430,189 mi+8,511 mi
- 23/07/201543,519 mi+13,330 mi
- 23/07/201543,519 mi
- 12/09/201655,299 mi+11,780 mi
- 04/09/201758,444 mi+3,145 mi
- 04/09/201758,444 mi
- 13/08/201860,953 mi+2,509 mi
- 02/09/201963,048 mi+2,095 mi
- 07/09/202065,597 mi+2,549 mi
- 06/09/202168,636 mi+3,039 mi
- 07/09/202168,636 mi
- 22/08/202271,311 mi+2,675 mi
- 18/08/202374,298 mi+2,987 mi
- 24/08/202374,307 mi+9 mi
- 22/07/202674,618 mi+311 mi
Average of roughly 3,959 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
FM08 SFJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Polo (FM08 SFJ) between July 2011 and July 2026.
The record contains 14 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 22 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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