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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 140,911 miles on the clock, averaging 7,599 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 SJ08 SFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 140,911 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,709 |
| Average per year | 7,599 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | SJ08 SFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SJ — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SJ08 SFU
What car is SJ08 SFU?
SJ08 SFU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SJ08 SFU?
The last recorded mileage for SJ08 SFU was 140,911 miles, recorded on 23 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ08 SFU passed its MOT?
SJ08 SFU has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 23 Apr 2025.
Is SJ08 SFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ08 SFU 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 SJ08 SFU?
SJ08 SFU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.