The road tax status for RO08 HWE is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RO08 HWE?

The MOT for RO08 HWE is valid and due for renewal on or before 16 February 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of RO08 HWE?

The recorded mileage for RO08 HWE is 125,328 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RO08 HWE ULEZ compliant?

No, RO08 HWE does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does RO08 HWE have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, RO08 HWE is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

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Outstanding Recall

2008 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Diesel · RO08 HWE

RO08 HWE

2008 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, diesel). First registered 19/03/2008. Recorded mileage 125,328 miles. MOT valid until 16/02/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 2008 · Reading
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 16/02/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 125,328 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official 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.

MOT Status

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Mileage: 125,328 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1422cc

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RO08 HWE Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 13/02/2026
125,328 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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✗ Outstanding recall notice

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RO08 HWE Mileage History

17/10/2022102,845 mi
25/01/2024109,802 mi+6,957 mi
27/01/2024109,834 mi+32 mi
17/02/2025116,401 mi+6,567 mi
13/02/2026125,328 mi+8,927 mi

Average of roughly 6,759 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RO08 HWE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 12:17

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Polo (RO08 HWE) between October 2022 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 February 2026 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: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 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: “Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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