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SF08 YRX

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 27,026 miles on the clock, averaging 1,402 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for SF08 YRX

MOT Status
Due date passed
27,026
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
1,402

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading27,026 miles
Reading date
Miles last year733
Average per year1,402
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SF08 YRX 6k11k16k22k27k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage27,026 miles
Since last MOT+733 miles
PASS
Mileage26,293 miles
Since last MOT+519 miles
PASS
Mileage25,774 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,774 miles
Since last MOT+536 miles
PASS
Mileage25,238 miles
Since last MOT+599 miles
PASS
Mileage24,639 miles
Since last MOT+569 miles
PASS
Mileage24,070 miles
Since last MOT+555 miles
PASS
Mileage23,515 miles
Since last MOT+413 miles
PASS
Mileage23,102 miles
Since last MOT+653 miles
PASS
Mileage22,449 miles
Since last MOT+894 miles
PASS
Mileage21,555 miles
Since last MOT+1,006 miles
PASS
Mileage20,549 miles
Since last MOT+1,727 miles
PASS
Mileage18,822 miles
Since last MOT+2,923 miles
PASS
Mileage15,899 miles
Since last MOT+2,079 miles
PASS
Mileage13,820 miles
Since last MOT+5,744 miles
PASS
Mileage8,076 miles
Since last MOT+2,526 miles
PASS
Mileage5,550 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 YRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSF — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SF08 YRX

What car is SF08 YRX?

SF08 YRX is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.

What is the mileage of SF08 YRX?

The last recorded mileage for SF08 YRX was 27,026 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SF08 YRX passed its MOT?

SF08 YRX has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 12 Aug 2026.

Is SF08 YRX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF08 YRX 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 SF08 YRX?

SF08 YRX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.