2008 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · MR08 CJP
2008 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 122,662 miles. MOT expired on 08 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,662 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MR08 CJP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/11/2025
- 122,662 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MR08 CJP 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 (MR08 CJP) between October 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
MR08 CJP Mileage History
- 31/10/2023113,466 mi
- 31/10/2024118,250 mi+4,784 mi
- 04/11/2024118,283 mi+33 mi
- 30/10/2025122,642 mi+4,359 mi
- 07/11/2025122,662 mi+20 mi
Average of roughly 4,550 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Polo Mk4 (9N/9N3)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Electro-Hydraulic Steering PumpSerious
The electro-hydraulic power steering pump (TRW or KOYO) or its wiring loom can fail, leading to intermittent or total loss of steering assistance.
- Timing Chain Rattle (1.2 TSI)Serious
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