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AB08 HPU

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,753 mi
Last recorded103,753 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 103,753 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 3 May 2025 98,459 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2024 87,755 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 16 May 2023 83,836 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Outer Skin of Exhaust Corroded

Fail 16 May 2023 83,831 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Nearside and Offside (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Outer Skin of Exhaust Corroded

Pass 6 May 2022 81,216 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 76,439 miles

high level brake light incomplete

nearside front shock weeping

nearside front wear indicator wire broken

slight engine oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2019 69,489 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 69,488 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 65,588 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 62,575 miles

Front discs corroded

Offside rear tyre perished

Pass 24 Jul 2015 57,966 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Jul 2014 51,853 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 51,853 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 46,351 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 46,351 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 39,842 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 32,273 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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AB08 HPU is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AB08 HPU, 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 HPU registered?

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

Is AB08 HPU safe to buy?

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