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SB08 YHE

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 41,959 miles on the clock, averaging 3,168 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 SB08 YHE

MOT Status
Due date passed
41,959
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2011
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
3,168

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 reading41,959 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,168
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB08 YHE 22k27k32k37k42k '11'18'16

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage41,959 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,959 miles
Since last MOT+4,466 miles
PASS
Mileage37,493 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,492 miles
Since last MOT+3,350 miles
PASS
Mileage34,142 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,142 miles
PASS
Mileage37,710 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,710 miles
Since last MOT+9,072 miles
PASS
Mileage28,638 miles
Since last MOT+3,333 miles
PASS
Mileage25,305 miles
Since last MOT+3,701 miles
PASS
Mileage21,604 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,604 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

RegistrationSB08 YHE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SB08 YHE

What car is SB08 YHE?

SB08 YHE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.

What is the mileage of SB08 YHE?

The last recorded mileage for SB08 YHE was 41,959 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB08 YHE passed its MOT?

SB08 YHE has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2018.

Is SB08 YHE ULEZ compliant?

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

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