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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 172,211 miles on the clock, averaging 11,146 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 UBR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,211 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,146 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 UBR |
| 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 UBR
What car is SL08 UBR?
SL08 UBR is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SL08 UBR?
The last recorded mileage for SL08 UBR was 172,211 miles, recorded on 8 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL08 UBR passed its MOT?
SL08 UBR has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 8 Mar 2024.
Is SL08 UBR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL08 UBR 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 UBR?
SL08 UBR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.