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AB08 JVH

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,260 mi
Last recorded23,260 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 JVH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2022 23,260 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 23,234 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 23,208 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 22,952 miles

Exhaust sleeve clamps heavily corroded.

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 22,534 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 May 2017 22,240 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 21,184 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of the engine bay

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection underneath the vehicle

Pass 14 May 2015 19,071 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2014 17,171 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 15,453 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 13,216 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 10,738 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 JVH is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JVH, 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 JVH registered?

AB08 JVH is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is AB08 JVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 JVH shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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