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AA08 VNC

2008 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

113,507 mi
Last recorded113,507 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Jetta86,234 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 VNC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 113,507 miles

Manufacturers under trays covering components

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 111,501 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 106,288 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 92,582 miles

Engine covers fitted at time of test

Under trays fitted at time of test

x4 wheel nut covers fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Mar 2015 77,973 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wheel nut covers fitted x4

Fail 28 Mar 2015 77,973 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wheel nut covers fitted x4

Fail 26 Mar 2014 64,094 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2014 64,094 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2013 52,195 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 41,764 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 34,111 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 VNC is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VNC, 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 VNC registered?

AA08 VNC is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is AA08 VNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 VNC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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