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SL08 OFW

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 119,283 miles on the clock, averaging 6,887 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 OFW

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,283
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
85%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,887

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

Below average
Latest reading119,283 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,351
Average per year6,887
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SL08 OFW 21k45k70k95k119k '11'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,283 miles
Since last MOT+7,351 miles
PASS
Mileage111,932 miles
Since last MOT+5,606 miles
PASS
Mileage106,326 miles
Since last MOT+7,079 miles
PASS
Mileage99,247 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,247 miles
Since last MOT+5,951 miles
PASS
Mileage93,296 miles
Since last MOT+5,177 miles
PASS
Mileage88,119 miles
Since last MOT+4,611 miles
PASS
Mileage83,508 miles
Since last MOT+5,964 miles
PASS
Mileage77,544 miles
Since last MOT+7,246 miles
PASS
Mileage70,298 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,297 miles
Since last MOT+907 miles
PASS
Mileage69,390 miles
Since last MOT+8,434 miles
PASS
Mileage60,956 miles
Since last MOT+10,171 miles
PASS
Mileage50,785 miles
Since last MOT+8,459 miles
PASS
Mileage42,326 miles
Since last MOT+7,550 miles
PASS
Mileage34,776 miles
Since last MOT+5,642 miles
PASS
Mileage29,134 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,134 miles
Since last MOT+7,209 miles
PASS
Mileage21,925 miles
Since last MOT+1,050 miles
PASS
Mileage20,875 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 OFW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SL08 OFW

What car is SL08 OFW?

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

What is the mileage of SL08 OFW?

The last recorded mileage for SL08 OFW was 119,283 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL08 OFW passed its MOT?

SL08 OFW has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2025.

Is SL08 OFW ULEZ compliant?

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

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