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MT08 SJU

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlue
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 88,787 miles on the clock, averaging 3,777 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 MT08 SJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,787
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2011
68%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
3,777

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading88,787 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,777
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MT08 SJU 34k48k61k75k89k '11'25'19

Check MT08 SJU

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,787 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,787 miles
Since last MOT+1,639 miles
PASS
Mileage87,148 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,148 miles
Since last MOT+2,126 miles
PASS
Mileage85,022 miles
Since last MOT+2,565 miles
PASS
Mileage82,457 miles
Since last MOT+1,635 miles
PASS
Mileage80,822 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,821 miles
Since last MOT+4,530 miles
PASS
Mileage76,291 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,289 miles
Since last MOT+2,683 miles
PASS
Mileage73,606 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,606 miles
Since last MOT+4,102 miles
PASS
Mileage69,504 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,498 miles
Since last MOT+6,433 miles
PASS
Mileage63,065 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,065 miles
Since last MOT+6,698 miles
PASS
Mileage56,367 miles
Since last MOT+6,555 miles
PASS
Mileage49,812 miles
Since last MOT+2,417 miles
PASS
Mileage47,395 miles
Since last MOT+2,268 miles
PASS
Mileage45,127 miles
Since last MOT+2,841 miles
PASS
Mileage42,286 miles
Since last MOT+8,123 miles
PASS
Mileage34,163 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

RegistrationMT08 SJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MT08 SJU

What car is MT08 SJU?

MT08 SJU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MT08 SJU?

The last recorded mileage for MT08 SJU was 88,787 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT08 SJU passed its MOT?

MT08 SJU has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2025.

Is MT08 SJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT08 SJU 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 MT08 SJU?

MT08 SJU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.