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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 102,356 miles on the clock, averaging 6,400 miles per year, below 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 GNU
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
Below average| Latest reading | 102,356 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,400 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 GNU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 GNU
What car is SO08 GNU?
SO08 GNU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO08 GNU?
The last recorded mileage for SO08 GNU was 102,356 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO08 GNU passed its MOT?
SO08 GNU has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2025.
Is SO08 GNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO08 GNU 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 GNU?
SO08 GNU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.