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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 97,541 miles on the clock, averaging 5,731 miles per year, 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 OEY
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
Below average| Latest reading | 97,541 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24,507 |
| Average per year | 5,731 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SL08 OEY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SL08 OEY
What car is SL08 OEY?
SL08 OEY is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SL08 OEY?
The last recorded mileage for SL08 OEY was 97,541 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL08 OEY passed its MOT?
SL08 OEY has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Mar 2026.
Is SL08 OEY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL08 OEY 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 OEY?
SL08 OEY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.