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AA08 FLB

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

162,809 mi
Last recorded162,809 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FLB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 162,809 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 21 Nov 2024 162,809 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 152,987 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 142,945 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 130,856 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 111,595 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 101,103 miles

Exhaust Back box corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Back Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 97,773 miles

Rear exhaust back box corroded

Pass 26 May 2017 95,078 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 86,041 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 74,219 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 62,466 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 62,466 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 51,487 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 40,331 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 30,460 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

h/brake travel

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 FLB is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FLB, 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 AA08 FLB registered?

AA08 FLB is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is AA08 FLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 FLB shows 16 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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