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SH08 GNZ

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 72,048 miles on the clock, averaging 3,970 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 SH08 GNZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,048
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,970

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading72,048 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year3,970
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH08 GNZ 19k32k45k59k72k '11'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,048 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,040 miles
Since last MOT+4,270 miles
PASS
Mileage67,770 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,716 miles
Since last MOT+3,505 miles
PASS
Mileage64,211 miles
Since last MOT+2,467 miles
PASS
Mileage61,744 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,734 miles
Since last MOT+2,439 miles
PASS
Mileage59,295 miles
Since last MOT+3,153 miles
PASS
Mileage56,142 miles
Since last MOT+5,242 miles
PASS
Mileage50,900 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,900 miles
Since last MOT+6,044 miles
PASS
Mileage44,856 miles
Since last MOT+6,113 miles
PASS
Mileage38,743 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,743 miles
Since last MOT+2,745 miles
PASS
Mileage35,998 miles
Since last MOT+2,222 miles
PASS
Mileage33,776 miles
Since last MOT+2,510 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,266 miles
Since last MOT+2,848 miles
PASS
Mileage28,418 miles
Since last MOT+4,313 miles
PASS
Mileage24,105 miles
Since last MOT+5,580 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,525 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,520 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

RegistrationSH08 GNZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SH08 GNZ

What car is SH08 GNZ?

SH08 GNZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.

What is the mileage of SH08 GNZ?

The last recorded mileage for SH08 GNZ was 72,048 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH08 GNZ passed its MOT?

SH08 GNZ has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2024.

Is SH08 GNZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH08 GNZ 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 SH08 GNZ?

SH08 GNZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.