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AA08 FJE

2008 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,018 mi
Last recorded114,018 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Jetta86,234 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2022 114,018 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 111,633 miles

front number plate / engine x under covers fitted / corrosion on rear springs / corrosion on suspension units

heat signs on o/s/r brake disc / o/s/r brake pad has heat signs

Pass 12 Jun 2020 110,761 miles

engine x under covers fitted / front plate / slight pitting pitting on front discs / corrosion on rear springs / slight imbalance on front brakes

Fail 12 Jun 2020 110,761 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

engine x under covers fitted / front plate / slight pitting pitting on front discs / corrosion on rear springs / slight imbalance on front brakes

Pass 30 Apr 2019 108,815 miles

engine covers fitted and under body trays fitted obscuring view to some testable components

Pass 21 Apr 2018 106,240 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 97,223 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 83,729 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 69,938 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 56,745 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2014 56,745 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2013 46,286 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Apr 2013 46,286 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 35,669 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2011 25,346 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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AA08 FJE is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 86,234 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AA08 FJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA08 FJE registered?

AA08 FJE is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is AA08 FJE safe to buy?

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