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A8 TJB

2002 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,847 mi
Last recorded36,847 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Polo66,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 TJB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 36,847 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 36,847 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2025 35,959 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 35,142 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 34,223 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 34,210 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 33,770 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 33,707 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 32,649 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 32,076 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 31,603 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 31,089 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 30,180 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 29,234 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 28,545 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 27,337 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 25,532 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 23,817 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 21,799 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 19,488 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 17,325 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 14,834 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres low on inner edge

Fail 30 Jun 2007 14,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres low on inner edge

Pass 3 Jul 2006 12,121 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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A8 TJB is a 2002 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 66,321 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 A8 TJB, 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 24 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 A8 TJB registered?

A8 TJB is a 2002 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 July 2002.

Is A8 TJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 TJB shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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