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AB08 CXX

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

107,052 mi
Last recorded107,052 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 CXX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2022 107,052 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened Bearing collapsed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Reflective coating deteriorated (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber corroded

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

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

powersteering pipes corroded

radiator housing broken at base ( radiator secured with cable ties)

washer fluid leaking from washer pipe (still sufficient water hitting windscreen)

Pass 21 Dec 2020 105,240 miles

both front tyres scuffed

bumper / trays damaged

dampness around rack area

flexy hose metal ends corroded

suspension parts corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2019 104,371 miles

slight exhaust blow at exhaust joint

Fail 11 Jun 2019 104,371 miles

Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear n/s (3.3 (c))

Position lamp not working o/s/r n/s/f o/s/f (4.2.1 (a))

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure o/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

slight exhaust blow at exhaust joint

Pass 12 Jun 2018 103,004 miles

play in front wishbone rear bushes

Pass 13 Jun 2017 101,579 miles

front panel /under trays burst

Pass 22 Jun 2016 98,877 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 96,082 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 93,041 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 10 Jun 2014 93,041 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 78,572 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 78,408 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 62,644 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jun 2012 62,644 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2011 48,717 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 48,717 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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AB08 CXX 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 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AB08 CXX, 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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What year was AB08 CXX registered?

AB08 CXX is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is AB08 CXX safe to buy?

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