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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 11 (54% pass rate). It has 143,307 miles on the clock, averaging 7,459 miles per year, around 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 YMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 143,307 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,404 |
| Average per year | 7,459 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 YMV |
| 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 YMV
What car is SB08 YMV?
SB08 YMV is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SB08 YMV?
The last recorded mileage for SB08 YMV was 143,307 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB08 YMV passed its MOT?
SB08 YMV has had 24 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (13 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 9 Dec 2024.
Is SB08 YMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB08 YMV 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 YMV?
SB08 YMV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.