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SH08 JYX

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 72,806 miles on the clock, averaging 3,976 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 JYX

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,806
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
3,976

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 reading72,806 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,976
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH08 JYX 26k38k49k61k73k '11'23'18

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,806 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,806 miles
Since last MOT+559 miles
PASS
Mileage72,247 miles
Since last MOT+1,056 miles
PASS
Mileage71,191 miles
Since last MOT+912 miles
PASS
Mileage70,279 miles
Since last MOT+1,215 miles
PASS
Mileage69,064 miles
Since last MOT+695 miles
PASS
Mileage68,369 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,369 miles
Since last MOT+5,375 miles
PASS
Mileage62,994 miles
Since last MOT+7,056 miles
PASS
Mileage55,938 miles
Since last MOT+10,861 miles
PASS
Mileage45,077 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,077 miles
Since last MOT+8,060 miles
PASS
Mileage37,017 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,017 miles
Since last MOT+6,254 miles
PASS
Mileage30,763 miles
Since last MOT+4,890 miles
PASS
Mileage25,873 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 JYX
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 JYX

What car is SH08 JYX?

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

What is the mileage of SH08 JYX?

The last recorded mileage for SH08 JYX was 72,806 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH08 JYX passed its MOT?

SH08 JYX has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2023.

Is SH08 JYX ULEZ compliant?

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

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