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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 107,795 miles on the clock, averaging 6,970 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 YL08 SMO
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 | 107,795 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,999 |
| Average per year | 6,970 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL08 SMO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YL08 SMO
What car is YL08 SMO?
YL08 SMO is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YL08 SMO?
The last recorded mileage for YL08 SMO was 107,795 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL08 SMO passed its MOT?
YL08 SMO has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2025.
Is YL08 SMO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL08 SMO 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 YL08 SMO?
YL08 SMO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.