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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 79,467 miles on the clock, averaging 4,726 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 YMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,467 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,726 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 YMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 YMU
What car is SB08 YMU?
SB08 YMU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SB08 YMU?
The last recorded mileage for SB08 YMU was 79,467 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB08 YMU passed its MOT?
SB08 YMU has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2018.
Is SB08 YMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB08 YMU 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 YMU?
SB08 YMU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.