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AF58 XXH

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

193,375 mi
Last recorded193,375 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF58 XXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 193,375 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

handbrake lever slightly high

Pass 5 Dec 2024 191,439 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Dec 2024 191,436 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 189,551 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

handbrake lever slightly high

Pass 5 Dec 2022 186,557 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

hand brake lever slightly high

Pass 9 Dec 2021 183,015 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 168,633 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 168,633 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 147,971 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 132,999 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 119,840 miles

Covers fitted preventing full inspection of the vehicle

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play Rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play Rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 108,592 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 94,390 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 80,452 miles

Guards fitted underneath preventing full inspection of vehicle

Handbrake has quite a lot of travel

Pass 26 Sep 2013 69,739 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 56,740 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 44,408 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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AF58 XXH is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Blue 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 AF58 XXH, 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 AF58 XXH registered?

AF58 XXH is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is AF58 XXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF58 XXH 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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