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AB08 AYK

2008 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,378 mi
Last recorded85,378 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Jetta86,234 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 AYK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 85,378 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 79,833 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 75,104 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 68,030 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 61,884 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 50,185 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 43,408 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 39,830 miles

Nearside Front Outer outer wall perished

Nearside Front Outer wall perished.

Fail 30 Jun 2017 39,830 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Outer outer wall perished

Nearside Front Outer wall perished.

Pass 5 Jul 2016 37,132 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 37,132 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 34,539 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 31,549 miles

offside rear tyre has cracks in tread.

Pass 19 Jun 2013 28,743 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 24,517 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 21,595 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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AB08 AYK is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AB08 AYK, 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

How do I check the history of AB08 AYK?

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What year was AB08 AYK registered?

AB08 AYK is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is AB08 AYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 AYK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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