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AB08 HPX

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

60,664 mi
Last recorded60,664 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 60,664 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 59,304 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2025 59,304 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 57,682 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 55,796 miles

Back box exhaust corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2023 55,796 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Back box exhaust corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 53,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 51,958 miles

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

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 4 Mar 2020 50,286 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 46,111 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Jul 2017 43,944 miles

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of underside

Pass 24 Mar 2016 39,572 miles

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

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both tyres also badly cracked (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 34,776 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 32,432 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Cracking in the offside rear tyre outer edge

Nearside front suspension console bush cracking

Offside front suspension console bush seperated at the top - Strongly advise replacement

Pass 14 May 2013 30,079 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2012 27,380 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 23,612 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 HPX is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HPX, 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 AB08 HPX registered?

AB08 HPX is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is AB08 HPX safe to buy?

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