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AF58 YBH

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

118,693 mi
Last recorded118,693 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF58 YBH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 118,693 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 112,507 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 105,755 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 99,920 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 93,593 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 87,586 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner track arm/steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner track arm/ steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 81,063 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner track arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 75,319 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 69,643 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2016 61,808 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 53,078 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2014 44,117 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 44,117 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 37,411 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 30,005 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 22,906 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 YBH is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YBH, 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 YBH registered?

AF58 YBH is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 December 2008.

Is AF58 YBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF58 YBH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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