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AF58 XXM

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,715 mi
Last recorded61,715 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF58 XXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2019 61,715 miles

Central Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint deteroratr and rear back box outer case deterorated (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Jan 2019 61,715 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush large type in ally bracket (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint deteroratr and rear back box outer case deterorated (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 50,961 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 50,119 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 50,119 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 47,083 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush rear (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush rear (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 44,488 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 40,635 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 39,029 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f fog light smashed

rear washer jet inop

Pass 31 Aug 2012 33,462 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 30,967 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

child seat in osr not allowing full inspection of belt

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 XXM is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XXM, 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

How do I check the history of AF58 XXM?

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What year was AF58 XXM registered?

AF58 XXM is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 September 2008.

Is AF58 XXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF58 XXM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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