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DE08 SDZ

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
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 1198cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 46,916 miles on the clock, averaging 2,036 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 DE08 SDZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
46,916
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
84%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
2,036

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

Low mileage
Latest reading46,916 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,036
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DE08 SDZ 16k24k31k39k47k '11'26'19

Check DE08 SDZ

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage46,916 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,916 miles
Since last MOT+1,810 miles
PASS
Mileage45,106 miles
Since last MOT+1,986 miles
PASS
Mileage43,120 miles
Since last MOT+1,762 miles
PASS
Mileage41,358 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,339 miles
Since last MOT+2,066 miles
PASS
Mileage39,273 miles
Since last MOT+1,725 miles
PASS
Mileage37,548 miles
Since last MOT+1,335 miles
PASS
Mileage36,213 miles
Since last MOT+1,686 miles
PASS
Mileage34,527 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,520 miles
Since last MOT+2,656 miles
PASS
Mileage31,864 miles
Since last MOT+1,902 miles
PASS
Mileage29,962 miles
Since last MOT+2,425 miles
PASS
Mileage27,537 miles
Since last MOT+2,300 miles
PASS
Mileage25,237 miles
Since last MOT+2,672 miles
PASS
Mileage22,565 miles
Since last MOT+2,807 miles
PASS
Mileage19,758 miles
Since last MOT+1,793 miles
PASS
Mileage17,965 miles
Since last MOT+1,924 miles
PASS
Mileage16,041 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 SDZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeDE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About DE08 SDZ

What car is DE08 SDZ?

DE08 SDZ is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.

What is the mileage of DE08 SDZ?

The last recorded mileage for DE08 SDZ was 46,916 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DE08 SDZ passed its MOT?

DE08 SDZ has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2026.

Is DE08 SDZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE08 SDZ 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 DE08 SDZ?

DE08 SDZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.