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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 97,801 miles on the clock, averaging 5,058 miles per year, 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 SY08 XOA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,801 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 5,058 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 XOA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XOA
What car is SY08 XOA?
SY08 XOA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY08 XOA?
The last recorded mileage for SY08 XOA was 97,801 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY08 XOA passed its MOT?
SY08 XOA has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2026.
Is SY08 XOA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 XOA 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 XOA?
SY08 XOA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.