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 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 163,983 miles on the clock, averaging 7,905 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SY08 NNL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,983 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,845 |
| Average per year | 7,905 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY08 NNL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SY08 NNL
What car is SY08 NNL?
SY08 NNL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY08 NNL?
The last recorded mileage for SY08 NNL was 163,983 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY08 NNL passed its MOT?
SY08 NNL has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 1 Dec 2025.
Is SY08 NNL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 NNL 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 SY08 NNL?
SY08 NNL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.