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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 87,894 miles on the clock, averaging 4,260 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 SY58 VTE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,894 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,260 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SY58 VTE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About SY58 VTE
What car is SY58 VTE?
SY58 VTE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY58 VTE?
The last recorded mileage for SY58 VTE was 87,894 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY58 VTE passed its MOT?
SY58 VTE has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2026.
Is SY58 VTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY58 VTE 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 SY58 VTE?
SY58 VTE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.