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CA08 VDX

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 89,192 miles on the clock, averaging 4,377 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 VDX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
89,192
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2011
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,377

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading89,192 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year4,377
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CA08 VDX 26k42k58k73k89k '11'25'20

Check CA08 VDX

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,192 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,191 miles
Since last MOT+6,934 miles
PASS
Mileage82,257 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,256 miles
Since last MOT+6,973 miles
PASS
Mileage75,283 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,281 miles
Since last MOT+6,524 miles
PASS
Mileage68,757 miles
Since last MOT+479 miles
PASS
Mileage68,278 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,278 miles
Since last MOT+1,425 miles
PASS
Mileage66,853 miles
Since last MOT+980 miles
PASS
Mileage65,873 miles
Since last MOT+1,272 miles
PASS
Mileage64,601 miles
Since last MOT+2,171 miles
PASS
Mileage62,430 miles
Since last MOT+2,481 miles
PASS
Mileage59,949 miles
Since last MOT+3,477 miles
PASS
Mileage56,472 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,405 miles
Since last MOT+5,267 miles
PASS
Mileage51,138 miles
Since last MOT+5,468 miles
PASS
Mileage45,670 miles
Since last MOT+5,038 miles
PASS
Mileage40,632 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,632 miles
Since last MOT+6,370 miles
PASS
Mileage34,262 miles
Since last MOT+8,273 miles
PASS
Mileage25,989 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 VDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeCA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About CA08 VDX

What car is CA08 VDX?

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

What is the mileage of CA08 VDX?

The last recorded mileage for CA08 VDX was 89,192 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CA08 VDX passed its MOT?

CA08 VDX has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2025.

Is CA08 VDX ULEZ compliant?

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

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