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CM08 ELT

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 83,101 miles on the clock, averaging 5,028 miles per year, 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 CM08 ELT

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,101
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,028

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading83,101 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,060
Average per year5,028
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CM08 ELT 10k28k46k65k83k '11'25'20

Check CM08 ELT

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,101 miles
Since last MOT+9,060 miles
PASS
Mileage74,041 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,987 miles
Since last MOT+7,561 miles
PASS
Mileage66,426 miles
Since last MOT+65 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,361 miles
Since last MOT+3,643 miles
PASS
Mileage62,718 miles
Since last MOT+2,298 miles
PASS
Mileage60,420 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,420 miles
Since last MOT+2,011 miles
PASS
Mileage58,409 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,409 miles
Since last MOT+11,908 miles
PASS
Mileage46,501 miles
Since last MOT+7,711 miles
PASS
Mileage38,790 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,790 miles
Since last MOT+7,511 miles
PASS
Mileage31,279 miles
Since last MOT+8,001 miles
PASS
Mileage23,278 miles
Since last MOT+2,376 miles
PASS
Mileage20,902 miles
Since last MOT+2,084 miles
PASS
Mileage18,818 miles
Since last MOT+3,243 miles
PASS
Mileage15,575 miles
Since last MOT+3,329 miles
PASS
Mileage12,246 miles
Since last MOT+2,618 miles
PASS
Mileage9,628 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

RegistrationCM08 ELT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeCM — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About CM08 ELT

What car is CM08 ELT?

CM08 ELT is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2008.

What is the mileage of CM08 ELT?

The last recorded mileage for CM08 ELT was 83,101 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CM08 ELT passed its MOT?

CM08 ELT has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2025.

Is CM08 ELT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CM08 ELT 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 CM08 ELT?

CM08 ELT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.