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AA08 KVF

2008 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

183,685 mi
Last recorded183,685 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Jetta86,234 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 KVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 183,685 miles

Exhaust mounting defective centre exhaust clamp one side rotted and clamp released, exhaust is still held tight (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 180,546 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 167,882 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 158,959 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 149,524 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 139,831 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover detached

Fail 15 Jul 2019 139,821 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover detached

Pass 24 Jul 2018 128,389 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 119,569 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 110,493 miles

tread on nearside rear tyre getting close to wear bars

Fail 28 Jul 2016 110,489 miles

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

tread on nearside rear tyre getting close to wear bars

Pass 14 May 2015 99,899 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 99,899 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2014 89,706 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 77,164 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 61,542 miles

Rear inner brake pads low.

Pass 6 May 2011 47,031 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 KVF is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AA08 KVF registered?

AA08 KVF is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is AA08 KVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 KVF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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