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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 75,335 miles on the clock, averaging 4,395 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 EV08 SEB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 75,335 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 152 |
| Average per year | 4,395 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | EV08 SEB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EV — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EV08 SEB
What car is EV08 SEB?
EV08 SEB is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EV08 SEB?
The last recorded mileage for EV08 SEB was 75,335 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EV08 SEB passed its MOT?
EV08 SEB has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2025.
Is EV08 SEB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EV08 SEB 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 EV08 SEB?
EV08 SEB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.