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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 135,316 miles on the clock, averaging 9,983 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 SW08 JBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,316 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,907 |
| Average per year | 9,983 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SW08 JBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SW08 JBY
What car is SW08 JBY?
SW08 JBY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2008.
What is the mileage of SW08 JBY?
The last recorded mileage for SW08 JBY was 135,316 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW08 JBY passed its MOT?
SW08 JBY has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2020.
Is SW08 JBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW08 JBY 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 SW08 JBY?
SW08 JBY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.