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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 89,107 miles on the clock, averaging 21,033 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 GNF
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 89,107 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 21,033 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 GNF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 GNF
What car is SO08 GNF?
SO08 GNF is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO08 GNF?
The last recorded mileage for SO08 GNF was 89,107 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO08 GNF passed its MOT?
SO08 GNF has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Aug 2013.
Is SO08 GNF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO08 GNF 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 GNF?
SO08 GNF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.