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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 104,728 miles on the clock, averaging 10,744 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 SO08 BJF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 104,728 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,576 |
| Average per year | 10,744 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SO08 BJF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SO08 BJF
What car is SO08 BJF?
SO08 BJF is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO08 BJF?
The last recorded mileage for SO08 BJF was 104,728 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO08 BJF passed its MOT?
SO08 BJF has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Jul 2018.
Is SO08 BJF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO08 BJF 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 SO08 BJF?
SO08 BJF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.