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CA08 BXB

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 45,992 miles on the clock, averaging 2,096 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 CA08 BXB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
45,992
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
2,096

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading45,992 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,171
Average per year2,096
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CA08 BXB 15k22k30k38k46k '11'26'20

Check CA08 BXB

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage45,992 miles
Since last MOT+1,171 miles
PASS
Mileage44,821 miles
Since last MOT+1,182 miles
PASS
Mileage43,639 miles
Since last MOT+1,027 miles
PASS
Mileage42,612 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,612 miles
Since last MOT+1,528 miles
PASS
Mileage41,084 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,084 miles
Since last MOT+1,397 miles
PASS
Mileage39,687 miles
Since last MOT+805 miles
PASS
Mileage38,882 miles
Since last MOT+2,174 miles
PASS
Mileage36,708 miles
Since last MOT+4,771 miles
PASS
Mileage31,937 miles
Since last MOT+2,636 miles
PASS
Mileage29,301 miles
Since last MOT+2,577 miles
PASS
Mileage26,724 miles
Since last MOT+1,785 miles
PASS
Mileage24,939 miles
Since last MOT+2,419 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,520 miles
Since last MOT+2,620 miles
PASS
Mileage19,900 miles
Since last MOT+2,242 miles
PASS
Mileage17,658 miles
Since last MOT+3,156 miles
PASS
Mileage14,502 miles

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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

RegistrationCA08 BXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeCA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About CA08 BXB

What car is CA08 BXB?

CA08 BXB is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2008.

What is the mileage of CA08 BXB?

The last recorded mileage for CA08 BXB was 45,992 miles, recorded on 12 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CA08 BXB passed its MOT?

CA08 BXB has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2026.

Is CA08 BXB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA08 BXB 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 CA08 BXB?

CA08 BXB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.