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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 120,611 miles on the clock, averaging 7,441 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for MA08 SWW
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
About average| Latest reading | 120,611 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,447 |
| Average per year | 7,441 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | MA08 SWW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MA08 SWW
What car is MA08 SWW?
MA08 SWW is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MA08 SWW?
The last recorded mileage for MA08 SWW was 120,611 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA08 SWW passed its MOT?
MA08 SWW has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2026.
Is MA08 SWW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA08 SWW 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 MA08 SWW?
MA08 SWW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.