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AB08 JZM

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

55,093 mi
Last recorded55,093 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 JZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 55,093 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 53,706 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 52,649 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 51,324 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 49,949 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 48,687 miles

hand brake only just met limits . low on effort

Pass 28 May 2020 47,786 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 46,707 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 46,707 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 44,800 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view glass (8.1.2a)

Pass 22 May 2017 42,705 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 40,323 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 rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view glass (8.1.2a)

Pass 29 May 2015 36,634 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 33,276 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 29,203 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 24,833 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 20,037 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 JZM is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 JZM, 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 JZM registered?

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

Is AB08 JZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 JZM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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