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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 156,856 miles on the clock, averaging 10,147 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 SL08 SSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,856 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,541 |
| Average per year | 10,147 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 SSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 SSU
What car is SL08 SSU?
SL08 SSU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SL08 SSU?
The last recorded mileage for SL08 SSU was 156,856 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL08 SSU passed its MOT?
SL08 SSU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 25 Mar 2025.
Is SL08 SSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL08 SSU 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 SSU?
SL08 SSU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.