Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 61,520 miles on the clock, averaging 4,883 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BP08 SZX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 61,520 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 54 |
| Average per year | 4,883 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BP08 SZX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BP08 SZX
What car is BP08 SZX?
BP08 SZX is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BP08 SZX?
The last recorded mileage for BP08 SZX was 61,520 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP08 SZX passed its MOT?
BP08 SZX has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Aug 2021.
Is BP08 SZX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP08 SZX is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BP08 SZX?
BP08 SZX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.