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AA08 VKW

2008 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,397 mi
Last recorded58,397 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2012
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Jetta86,234 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2012 58,397 miles

advise(both n,s, tyres marginal on edge on limit)

advise(front discs & pads wearing low)

advise(o,s,r tyre unevenly worn)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 58,397 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

advise(both n,s, tyres marginal on edge on limit)

advise(front discs & pads wearing low)

advise(o,s,r tyre unevenly worn)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 50,544 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 50,544 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 VKW is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VKW, 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 VKW registered?

AA08 VKW is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is AA08 VKW safe to buy?

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