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AG08 FGD

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,515 mi
Last recorded92,515 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 FGD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 92,515 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2021 92,515 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 91,999 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 91,999 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 86,823 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 81,952 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak

Fail 3 Mar 2015 75,266 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 75,266 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 69,159 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

front brake discs lightly corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2013 64,646 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Mar 2012 57,871 miles

front brake discs pitted and scored

Pass 3 Mar 2011 42,654 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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AG08 FGD is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AG08 FGD, 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 AG08 FGD registered?

AG08 FGD is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is AG08 FGD safe to buy?

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