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SB08 HZS

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 73,847 miles on the clock, averaging 4,309 miles per year, well 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 SB08 HZS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
73,847
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,309

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 reading73,847 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,309
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB08 HZS 11k27k42k58k74k '11'26'18

Check SB08 HZS

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,847 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,847 miles
Since last MOT+10,636 miles
PASS
Mileage63,211 miles
Since last MOT+6,940 miles
PASS
Mileage56,271 miles
Since last MOT+6,821 miles
PASS
Mileage49,450 miles
Since last MOT+3,720 miles
PASS
Mileage45,730 miles
Since last MOT+4,057 miles
PASS
Mileage41,673 miles
Since last MOT+2,946 miles
PASS
Mileage38,727 miles
Since last MOT+4,598 miles
PASS
Mileage34,129 miles
Since last MOT+4,166 miles
PASS
Mileage29,963 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,963 miles
Since last MOT+3,117 miles
PASS
Mileage26,846 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,846 miles
Since last MOT+5,386 miles
PASS
Mileage21,460 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,457 miles
Since last MOT+7,188 miles
PASS
Mileage14,269 miles
Since last MOT+1,412 miles
PASS
Mileage12,857 miles
Since last MOT+1,132 miles
PASS
Mileage11,725 miles
Since last MOT+975 miles
PASS
Mileage10,750 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

RegistrationSB08 HZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SB08 HZS

What car is SB08 HZS?

SB08 HZS is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.

What is the mileage of SB08 HZS?

The last recorded mileage for SB08 HZS was 73,847 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB08 HZS passed its MOT?

SB08 HZS has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2026.

Is SB08 HZS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB08 HZS 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 SB08 HZS?

SB08 HZS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.