2008 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · SH08 MUV
2008 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 16 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 133,917 miles. MOT valid until 04 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,917 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SH08 MUV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 19/10/2026
- 133,917 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SH08 MUV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Polo (SH08 MUV) between December 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 October 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))”; “Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
SH08 MUV Mileage History
- 01/12/2023118,625 mi
- 19/11/2024126,488 mi+7,863 mi
- 05/12/2025130,990 mi+4,502 mi
- 05/12/2025130,990 mi
- 19/10/2026133,917 mi+2,927 mi
Average of roughly 5,305 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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