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BT08 SXO

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 94,568 miles on the clock, averaging 7,069 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for BT08 SXO

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,568
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,069

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading94,568 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year7,069
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BT08 SXO 8k30k51k73k95k '11'23'19

Check BT08 SXO

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,568 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,566 miles
Since last MOT+4,990 miles
PASS
Mileage89,576 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,574 miles
Since last MOT+6,888 miles
PASS
Mileage82,686 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,686 miles
Since last MOT+5,708 miles
PASS
Mileage76,978 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,973 miles
Since last MOT+5,810 miles
PASS
Mileage71,163 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,163 miles
Since last MOT+5,351 miles
PASS
Mileage65,812 miles
Since last MOT+7,066 miles
PASS
Mileage58,746 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,734 miles
Since last MOT+12,429 miles
PASS
Mileage46,305 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,305 miles
Since last MOT+15,358 miles
PASS
Mileage30,947 miles
Since last MOT+10,554 miles
PASS
Mileage20,393 miles
Since last MOT+7,282 miles
PASS
Mileage13,111 miles
Since last MOT+2,386 miles
PASS
Mileage10,725 miles
Since last MOT+2,685 miles
PASS
Mileage8,040 miles

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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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 SXO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBT — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BT08 SXO

What car is BT08 SXO?

BT08 SXO is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BT08 SXO?

The last recorded mileage for BT08 SXO was 94,568 miles, recorded on 23 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BT08 SXO passed its MOT?

BT08 SXO has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Aug 2023.

Is BT08 SXO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT08 SXO 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 BT08 SXO?

BT08 SXO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.