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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 130,512 miles on the clock, averaging 10,100 miles per year, above 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 YMC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 130,512 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,100 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SB08 YMC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SB08 YMC
What car is SB08 YMC?
SB08 YMC is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SB08 YMC?
The last recorded mileage for SB08 YMC was 130,512 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB08 YMC passed its MOT?
SB08 YMC has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2021.
Is SB08 YMC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB08 YMC 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 YMC?
SB08 YMC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.