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SJ08 UWU

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 91,865 miles on the clock, averaging 9,596 miles per year, above 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 UWU

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,865
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2011
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,596

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading91,865 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,138
Average per year9,596
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SJ08 UWU 23k40k58k75k92k '11'18'15

Check SJ08 UWU

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,865 miles
Since last MOT+6,138 miles
PASS
Mileage85,727 miles
Since last MOT+7,142 miles
PASS
Mileage78,585 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,585 miles
Since last MOT+13,298 miles
PASS
Mileage65,287 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,272 miles
Since last MOT+11,110 miles
PASS
Mileage54,162 miles
Since last MOT+8,973 miles
PASS
Mileage45,189 miles
Since last MOT+10,073 miles
PASS
Mileage35,116 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,116 miles
Since last MOT+11,799 miles
PASS
Mileage23,317 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

RegistrationSJ08 UWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSJ — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SJ08 UWU

What car is SJ08 UWU?

SJ08 UWU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.

What is the mileage of SJ08 UWU?

The last recorded mileage for SJ08 UWU was 91,865 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SJ08 UWU passed its MOT?

SJ08 UWU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2018.

Is SJ08 UWU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ08 UWU 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 UWU?

SJ08 UWU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.