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AB08 FWW

2008 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

164,848 mi
Last recorded164,848 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Jetta86,234 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 164,848 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 137,128 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2019 136,838 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 121,030 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 52,876 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 44,600 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2011 36,313 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 FWW is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FWW, 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 AB08 FWW registered?

AB08 FWW is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is AB08 FWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 FWW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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