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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 179,145 miles on the clock, averaging 13,204 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 SY08 UPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,145 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 13,204 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SY08 UPZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SY08 UPZ
What car is SY08 UPZ?
SY08 UPZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY08 UPZ?
The last recorded mileage for SY08 UPZ was 179,145 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY08 UPZ passed its MOT?
SY08 UPZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2022.
Is SY08 UPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 UPZ 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 UPZ?
SY08 UPZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.