The road tax status for SA08 DHJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SA08 DHJ?

The MOT for SA08 DHJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 28 March 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of SA08 DHJ?

The recorded mileage for SA08 DHJ is 87,937 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SA08 DHJ ULEZ compliant?

Yes, SA08 DHJ (VOLKSWAGEN POLO) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does SA08 DHJ have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, SA08 DHJ is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

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Outstanding Recall

2008 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · SA08 DHJ

SA08 DHJ

2008 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 10 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 87,937 miles. MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 2008 · Glasgow
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 28 Mar 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 87,937 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

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Fuel Type

Petrol

Year

2008

Engine

1198cc

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SA08 DHJ Key Findings

27 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 06/03/2026
87,937 miles recorded at latest MOT
10 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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SA08 DHJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Oct 2026, 05:08

MOT Analysis

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27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Polo (SA08 DHJ) between March 2011 and March 2026.

The record contains 17 passes and 10 failures.

The most recent test on 06 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Lighting (16 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (8 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”; “Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”.

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SA08 DHJ Mileage History

11/03/201133,798 mi
02/03/201240,919 mi+7,121 mi
02/03/201240,919 mi
02/03/201347,972 mi+7,053 mi
02/03/201347,972 mi
01/03/201454,827 mi+6,855 mi
07/03/201454,837 mi+10 mi
30/07/201456,088 mi+1,251 mi
30/07/201456,088 mi
06/03/201561,943 mi+5,855 mi
04/03/201669,642 mi+7,699 mi
27/03/201770,462 mi+820 mi
19/03/201871,236 mi+774 mi
19/03/201871,236 mi
19/03/201971,775 mi+539 mi
16/03/202072,119 mi+344 mi
15/03/202172,387 mi+268 mi
16/03/202172,387 mi
17/03/202272,598 mi+211 mi
17/03/202272,598 mi
23/03/202374,145 mi+1,547 mi
24/03/202374,168 mi+23 mi
29/03/202474,529 mi+361 mi
24/03/202580,951 mi+6,422 mi
25/03/202580,951 mi
04/03/202687,936 mi+6,985 mi
06/03/202687,937 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 3,612 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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