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AF58 YNA

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

42,485 mi
Last recorded42,485 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 42,485 miles

N/s/f outer cv gaitor deteriating

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 40,721 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 37,478 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 37,478 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 35,161 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 35,161 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2021 31,431 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 30,129 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 28,718 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 26,818 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 25,483 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 22,845 miles

Front wishbone rear bushes worn & slight play

Pass 1 Oct 2015 20,967 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 18,284 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 16,957 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 15,698 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 14,557 miles

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 YNA 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 YNA, 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 YNA registered?

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

Is AF58 YNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF58 YNA 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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