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AA08 FHP

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,501 mi
Last recorded86,501 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FHP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Mar 2024 86,501 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

offside side repeater slightly dim in operation

vehicle undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2023 82,777 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 78,481 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 74,305 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 70,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing upper casing detached (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing upper casing detached (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

rear silencer corroded

Fail 17 Mar 2020 70,980 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

reverse lights inoperative

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

rear silencer corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing upper casing detached (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing upper casing detached (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust loose at centre joint

Pass 25 Mar 2019 66,206 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

rear silencer corroded

reverse lights inoperative

Fail 25 Mar 2019 66,206 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front exhaust flexi deteriorated

hand-brake nearing end of reserve travel

rear silencer corroded

reverse lights inoperative

Pass 14 Mar 2018 62,845 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 20 Mar 2017 59,608 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 55,558 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 50,247 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 46,077 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 39,384 miles

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 16 Mar 2012 34,138 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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AA08 FHP is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AA08 FHP, 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.

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AA08 FHP is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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