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AB08 FXS

2008 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

80,725 mi
Last recorded80,725 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Jetta86,234 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2018 80,725 miles

Engine Covers And Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

Fail 1 Dec 2018 80,724 miles

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

Engine Covers And Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

Pass 20 Nov 2017 76,157 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 73,568 miles

plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Pass 20 Jan 2016 70,269 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both faces (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 19 Jan 2016 70,265 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both faces (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 66,483 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)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 3 Jun 2015 66,483 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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)

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

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

rear discs poor condition

Pass 4 Jun 2014 58,069 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 50,959 miles

nearside rear tyre cracked and perished

offside rear tyre perished and worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Apr 2012 42,218 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 33,678 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 33,678 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 FXS is a 2008 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FXS, 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 FXS registered?

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

Is AB08 FXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 FXS shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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