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BG08 HWD

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

119,795 mi
Last recorded119,795 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 HWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 119,795 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 119,794 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 111,194 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 105,761 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 102,436 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 99,407 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2018 90,356 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 90,261 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 May 2017 81,617 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 71,674 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2015 62,566 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 52,569 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 36,982 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 28,976 miles

both rear tyres wearing out of shape on inside edg

front wiper blades starting to smear

Pass 27 Apr 2011 21,581 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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BG08 HWD is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 BG08 HWD, 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 BG08 HWD registered?

BG08 HWD is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is BG08 HWD safe to buy?

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