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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 71,780 miles on the clock, averaging 4,848 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 MWL
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,780 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,848 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SH08 MWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SH08 MWL
What car is SH08 MWL?
SH08 MWL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SH08 MWL?
The last recorded mileage for SH08 MWL was 71,780 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH08 MWL passed its MOT?
SH08 MWL has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2021.
Is SH08 MWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH08 MWL 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 MWL?
SH08 MWL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.