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SY08 NVJ

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 92,744 miles on the clock, averaging 4,605 miles per year, well below 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 NVJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,744
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,605

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading92,744 miles
Reading date
Miles last year192
Average per year4,605
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY08 NVJ 31k47k62k77k93k '11'24'19

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,744 miles
Since last MOT+192 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,552 miles
Since last MOT+1,932 miles
PASS
Mileage90,620 miles
Since last MOT+6,105 miles
PASS
Mileage84,515 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,515 miles
Since last MOT+11,425 miles
PASS
Mileage73,090 miles
Since last MOT+6,969 miles
PASS
Mileage66,121 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,121 miles
Since last MOT+2,036 miles
PASS
Mileage64,085 miles
Since last MOT+3,821 miles
PASS
Mileage60,264 miles
Since last MOT+600 miles
PASS
Mileage59,664 miles
Since last MOT+1,075 miles
PASS
Mileage58,589 miles
Since last MOT+1,017 miles
PASS
Mileage57,572 miles
Since last MOT+6,339 miles
PASS
Mileage51,233 miles
Since last MOT+7,498 miles
PASS
Mileage43,735 miles
Since last MOT+5,462 miles
PASS
Mileage38,273 miles
Since last MOT+6,895 miles
PASS
Mileage31,378 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 NVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SY08 NVJ

What car is SY08 NVJ?

SY08 NVJ is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.

What is the mileage of SY08 NVJ?

The last recorded mileage for SY08 NVJ was 92,744 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY08 NVJ passed its MOT?

SY08 NVJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2024.

Is SY08 NVJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 NVJ 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 NVJ?

SY08 NVJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.