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SL08 OEF

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Grey Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourGrey
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 91,060 miles on the clock, averaging 4,978 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 SL08 OEF

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,060
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,978

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 reading91,060 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year4,978
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL08 OEF 21k38k56k74k91k '11'25'19

Check SL08 OEF

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,060 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,052 miles
Since last MOT+6,913 miles
PASS
Mileage84,139 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,138 miles
Since last MOT+4,340 miles
PASS
Mileage79,798 miles
Since last MOT+3,432 miles
PASS
Mileage76,366 miles
Since last MOT+3,546 miles
PASS
Mileage72,820 miles
Since last MOT+1,447 miles
PASS
Mileage71,373 miles
Since last MOT+3,818 miles
PASS
Mileage67,555 miles
Since last MOT+44 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,511 miles
Since last MOT+3,675 miles
PASS
Mileage63,836 miles
Since last MOT+3,031 miles
PASS
Mileage60,805 miles
Since last MOT+3,366 miles
PASS
Mileage57,439 miles
Since last MOT+5,572 miles
PASS
Mileage51,867 miles
Since last MOT+6,612 miles
PASS
Mileage45,255 miles
Since last MOT+8,759 miles
PASS
Mileage36,496 miles
Since last MOT+7,408 miles
PASS
Mileage29,088 miles
Since last MOT+8,255 miles
PASS
Mileage20,833 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

RegistrationSL08 OEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SL08 OEF

What car is SL08 OEF?

SL08 OEF is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.

What is the mileage of SL08 OEF?

The last recorded mileage for SL08 OEF was 91,060 miles, recorded on 14 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL08 OEF passed its MOT?

SL08 OEF has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2025.

Is SL08 OEF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL08 OEF 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 SL08 OEF?

SL08 OEF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.