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2008 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · GR08 BJK

GR08 BJK

2008 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 31 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 79,933 miles. MOT expired on 24 Jun 2024. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin
2008 · Canterbury
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Expired on 24 Jun 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
79,933 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 24 Jun 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1390cc
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GR08 BJK Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2023
  • 79,933 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)

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GR08 BJK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Sept 2026, 15:55
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Polo (GR08 BJK) between June 2022 and June 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 23 June 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 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.

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GR08 BJK Mileage History

  1. 25/06/202277,295 mi
  2. 25/06/202277,295 mi
  3. 23/06/202379,933 mi+2,638 mi

Average of roughly 2,655 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
No Open Safety Recalls

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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.

MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Average MOT pass rate (67%)
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No outstanding recalls
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