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 Diesel 1896cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 96,588 miles on the clock, averaging 8,043 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for CA57 SHJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 96,588 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 8,043 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | CA57 SHJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About CA57 SHJ
What car is CA57 SHJ?
CA57 SHJ is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2008.
What is the mileage of CA57 SHJ?
The last recorded mileage for CA57 SHJ was 96,588 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA57 SHJ passed its MOT?
CA57 SHJ has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2019.
Is CA57 SHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA57 SHJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CA57 SHJ?
CA57 SHJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.