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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 127,248 miles on the clock, averaging 8,336 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SL58 GYW
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
About average| Latest reading | 127,248 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,336 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SL58 GYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About SL58 GYW
What car is SL58 GYW?
SL58 GYW is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SL58 GYW?
The last recorded mileage for SL58 GYW was 127,248 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL58 GYW passed its MOT?
SL58 GYW has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Jul 2024.
Is SL58 GYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL58 GYW 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 SL58 GYW?
SL58 GYW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.