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AB08 JWJ

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

130,261 mi
Last recorded130,261 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 JWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2023 130,261 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2023 130,261 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 121,842 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 1 Dec 2022 121,842 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 119,191 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 119,191 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Entrance/exit door excessively deteriorated (9.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2021 111,340 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 105,693 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 105,686 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 96,355 miles

handbrake travel just acceptable

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

nearside rear handbrake reading slightly low

rear exhaust box casing corroded

Fail 26 Jan 2019 96,273 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

handbrake travel just acceptable

nearside rear handbrake reading slightly low

rear exhaust box casing corroded

Pass 27 Jan 2018 83,702 miles

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

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

covers restricting view

Fail 26 Jan 2018 83,702 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

covers restricting view

Pass 27 Jan 2017 69,966 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 69,966 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Pass 18 May 2015 64,143 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 56,442 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 49,557 miles

n/s/f tyre 3mm and nailed

n/s/r close to limit on inner edge and nailed

o/s/f tyre 2mm

Pass 25 May 2012 40,638 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 32,783 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 JWJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 JWJ, 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 JWJ registered?

AB08 JWJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is AB08 JWJ safe to buy?

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