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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 184,659 miles on the clock, averaging 20,052 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for CA08 GJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,659 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 812 |
| Average per year | 20,052 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | CA08 GJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About CA08 GJY
What car is CA08 GJY?
CA08 GJY is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2008.
What is the mileage of CA08 GJY?
The last recorded mileage for CA08 GJY was 184,659 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA08 GJY passed its MOT?
CA08 GJY has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2017.
Is CA08 GJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA08 GJY 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 GJY?
CA08 GJY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.