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SB08 YMG

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 83,888 miles on the clock, averaging 4,584 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 YMG

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,888
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,584

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading83,888 miles
Reading date
Miles last year64
Average per year4,584
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB08 YMG 18k34k51k67k84k '11'25'20

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,888 miles
Since last MOT+64 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,824 miles
Since last MOT+6,387 miles
PASS
Mileage77,437 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,437 miles
Since last MOT+6,970 miles
PASS
Mileage70,467 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,466 miles
Since last MOT+5,705 miles
PASS
Mileage64,761 miles
Since last MOT+4,544 miles
PASS
Mileage60,217 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,217 miles
Since last MOT+2,413 miles
PASS
Mileage57,804 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,804 miles
Since last MOT+4,397 miles
PASS
Mileage53,407 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,407 miles
Since last MOT+5,367 miles
PASS
Mileage48,040 miles
Since last MOT+4,830 miles
PASS
Mileage43,210 miles
Since last MOT+4,172 miles
PASS
Mileage39,038 miles
Since last MOT+4,187 miles
PASS
Mileage34,851 miles
Since last MOT+5,440 miles
PASS
Mileage29,411 miles
Since last MOT+4,209 miles
PASS
Mileage25,202 miles
Since last MOT+1,844 miles
PASS
Mileage23,358 miles
Since last MOT+5,367 miles
PASS
Mileage17,991 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 YMG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SB08 YMG

What car is SB08 YMG?

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

What is the mileage of SB08 YMG?

The last recorded mileage for SB08 YMG was 83,888 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB08 YMG passed its MOT?

SB08 YMG has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2025.

Is SB08 YMG ULEZ compliant?

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

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