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 2012 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 89,173 miles on the clock, averaging 3,853 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for CA12 OAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,173 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,853 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CA12 OAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About CA12 OAE
What car is CA12 OAE?
CA12 OAE is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2012.
What is the mileage of CA12 OAE?
The last recorded mileage for CA12 OAE was 89,173 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA12 OAE passed its MOT?
CA12 OAE has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2026.
Is CA12 OAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA12 OAE 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 CA12 OAE?
CA12 OAE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.