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 Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 85,639 miles on the clock, averaging 5,639 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for CA08 OBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,639 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,557 |
| Average per year | 5,639 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CA08 OBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About CA08 OBY
What car is CA08 OBY?
CA08 OBY is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2008.
What is the mileage of CA08 OBY?
The last recorded mileage for CA08 OBY was 85,639 miles, recorded on 20 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA08 OBY passed its MOT?
CA08 OBY has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2023.
Is CA08 OBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA08 OBY 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 OBY?
CA08 OBY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.