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SP08 XAA

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 89,397 miles on the clock, averaging 3,989 miles per year, well 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 SP08 XAA

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,397
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,989

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading89,397 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year3,989
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SP08 XAA 32k46k61k75k89k '11'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,397 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,395 miles
Since last MOT+2,828 miles
PASS
Mileage86,567 miles
Since last MOT+8,459 miles
PASS
Mileage78,108 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,099 miles
Since last MOT+5,920 miles
PASS
Mileage72,179 miles
Since last MOT+7,129 miles
PASS
Mileage65,050 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,050 miles
Since last MOT+10,906 miles
PASS
Mileage54,144 miles
Since last MOT+4,293 miles
PASS
Mileage49,851 miles
Since last MOT+4,894 miles
PASS
Mileage44,957 miles
Since last MOT+6,668 miles
PASS
Mileage38,289 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,289 miles
Since last MOT+2,703 miles
PASS
Mileage35,586 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,586 miles
Since last MOT+2,312 miles
PASS
Mileage33,274 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,251 miles
Since last MOT+1,830 miles
PASS
Mileage31,421 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,421 miles
Since last MOT+3,941 miles
PASS
Mileage27,480 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,056 miles

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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

RegistrationSP08 XAA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSP — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SP08 XAA

What car is SP08 XAA?

SP08 XAA is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Dundee in 2008.

What is the mileage of SP08 XAA?

The last recorded mileage for SP08 XAA was 89,397 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SP08 XAA passed its MOT?

SP08 XAA has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2025.

Is SP08 XAA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP08 XAA 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 SP08 XAA?

SP08 XAA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.