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AB08 PGX

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

70,396 mi
Last recorded70,396 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 70,396 miles

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

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

Front all suspension and hub components corroded on both sides

Nearside Front 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))

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

Rear back axle corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2024 68,116 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2024 68,116 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Oct 2023 65,074 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

side repeater lamp slightly deteriorated

Pass 21 Oct 2022 62,244 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 58,943 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 58,515 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 57,445 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 56,227 miles

both the rear tyres are on the minimum legal limit

Pass 11 Jul 2017 53,972 miles

both the rear tyres are approaching the wear bars

Pass 24 Jun 2016 51,378 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 48,247 miles

nearside rear tyre is perished and has a nail in it

Pass 14 Jul 2014 43,803 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 37,713 miles

both rear tyres are perished

front wishbone rear bushes are becoming worn

Pass 10 Jul 2012 29,209 miles

both the front wishbone rear bushes are becoming weak

Fail 9 Jul 2012 29,209 miles

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

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

both the front wishbone rear bushes are becoming weak

Pass 13 Jul 2011 20,501 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 PGX 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 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 PGX, 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 PGX registered?

AB08 PGX is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is AB08 PGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 PGX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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