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SH08 LRZ

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 72,641 miles on the clock, averaging 8,063 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 SH08 LRZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,641
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,063

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading72,641 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,063
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH08 LRZ 21k34k47k60k73k '11'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,641 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,641 miles
Since last MOT+9,236 miles
PASS
Mileage63,405 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,405 miles
Since last MOT+5,309 miles
PASS
Mileage58,096 miles
Since last MOT+19,131 miles
PASS
Mileage38,965 miles
Since last MOT+164 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,801 miles
Since last MOT+9,839 miles
PASS
Mileage28,962 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,962 miles
Since last MOT+3,200 miles
PASS
Mileage25,762 miles
Since last MOT+947 miles
PASS
Mileage24,815 miles
Since last MOT+4,121 miles
PASS
Mileage20,694 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 LRZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SH08 LRZ

What car is SH08 LRZ?

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

What is the mileage of SH08 LRZ?

The last recorded mileage for SH08 LRZ was 72,641 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH08 LRZ passed its MOT?

SH08 LRZ has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2017.

Is SH08 LRZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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