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A16 HEH

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Red Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

92,153 mi
Last recorded92,153 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 HEH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 92,153 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 83,712 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 30 Sep 2024 83,709 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2023 79,109 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 74,659 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2021 70,141 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 70,141 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 65,375 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 60,682 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 60,682 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Brake pad separated from backing (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 54,609 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 47,639 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 47,639 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 42,507 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 35,732 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 29,686 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 24,663 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 19,115 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 15,458 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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A16 HEH is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 60,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A16 HEH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A16 HEH registered?

A16 HEH is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is A16 HEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 HEH shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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