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AB08 FXF

2008 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,616 mi
Last recorded94,616 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Jetta86,234 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 FXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 94,616 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 94,616 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 93,013 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 84,971 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

both rear tyres perished and worn uneven

Pass 22 Oct 2015 73,400 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 22 Oct 2015 73,400 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 64,925 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 56,601 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 48,640 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 41,895 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 FXF is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FXF, 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 AB08 FXF registered?

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

Is AB08 FXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 FXF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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