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AF58 YDL

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

113,944 mi
Last recorded113,944 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF58 YDL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 113,944 miles

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

front bumper damaged

handbrake travel high

n/s mirror missing

n/s/f tyre has cut on sidewall

o/s/r bump stop/shock absorber cover broken

Pass 12 Dec 2017 106,000 miles

high level brake light has 4 leds not working

Fail 11 Dec 2017 105,998 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 32% (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

engine light on

exhaust flexipipe blowing

handbrake travel high

high level brake light has 4 leds not working

Pass 9 Dec 2016 97,143 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 88,129 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front Wiper blades worn

Offside Rear Wheel binding

Fail 15 Dec 2015 88,129 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front Wiper blades worn

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Wheel binding

Pass 5 Dec 2014 75,295 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 60,116 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 47,240 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2011 34,487 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 34,487 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 YDL is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YDL, 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 AF58 YDL registered?

AF58 YDL is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is AF58 YDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF58 YDL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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