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AB08 FXD

2008 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

161,334 mi
Last recorded161,334 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Jetta86,234 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 161,334 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 161,334 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front engine cover insecure sump area

Pass 5 Mar 2021 145,506 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2019 136,352 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 127,659 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rears getting low on tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2017 119,003 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both outers (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2016 110,690 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin also advise clean and adjust rears (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres and o/s/r getting low on tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 May 2016 110,690 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin also advise clean and adjust rears (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres and o/s/r getting low on tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2015 98,148 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 84,351 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

bonnett hard to open

Pass 4 May 2013 72,939 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 57,905 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2011 43,772 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 FXD is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FXD, 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 FXD registered?

AB08 FXD is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 19 May 2008.

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