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CA08 TYC

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 77,905 miles on the clock, averaging 2,808 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 TYC

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,905
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2011
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
2,808

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 reading77,905 miles
Reading date
Miles last year560
Average per year2,808
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CA08 TYC 38k48k58k68k78k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,905 miles
Since last MOT+560 miles
PASS
Mileage77,345 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,345 miles
Since last MOT+2,979 miles
PASS
Mileage74,366 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,364 miles
Since last MOT+1,719 miles
PASS
Mileage72,645 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,643 miles
Since last MOT+3,051 miles
PASS
Mileage69,592 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,592 miles
Since last MOT+2,730 miles
PASS
Mileage66,862 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,860 miles
Since last MOT+1,598 miles
PASS
Mileage65,262 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,259 miles
Since last MOT+3,486 miles
PASS
Mileage61,773 miles
Since last MOT+3,127 miles
PASS
Mileage58,646 miles
Since last MOT+2,369 miles
PASS
Mileage56,277 miles
Since last MOT+3,560 miles
PASS
Mileage52,717 miles
Since last MOT+3,395 miles
PASS
Mileage49,322 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,322 miles
Since last MOT+2,724 miles
PASS
Mileage46,598 miles
Since last MOT+3,483 miles
PASS
Mileage43,115 miles
Since last MOT+4,831 miles
PASS
Mileage38,284 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,284 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 TYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeCA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About CA08 TYC

What car is CA08 TYC?

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

What is the mileage of CA08 TYC?

The last recorded mileage for CA08 TYC was 77,905 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CA08 TYC passed its MOT?

CA08 TYC has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2025.

Is CA08 TYC ULEZ compliant?

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

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