VOLKSWAGEN POLO AG08EAW has 26 MOTs

Has MOT
Has Tax
Book Your Next MOT Check Vehicle History
Did you know AG08EAW may have a hidden past…
Uncover more about this VOLKSWAGEN POLO like crash damage or finance. Click here to get your enhanced vehicle report.
Discover more about this VOLKSWAGEN POLO that an MOT won't tell you. Leave no car unchecked - and save 20% when you check and compare your top three. Click here to get your enhanced vehicle report.
Powered by carVertical Logo
Use code MOT for your 20% DISCOUNT!
Book an MOT for AG08EAW in seconds…
The MOT for this VOLKSWAGEN POLO expires in 8 months. Get prepared by booking your next MOT now! Click here to make your booking.
Powered by BookMyGarage

This 2008 VOLKSWAGEN POLO has Passed 16 MOTs and Failed 10 times since 2011

The most recent MOT was PASSED at 113,745 miles 4 months ago on Monday 22nd December 2025 at 16:44.

The current MOT will expire in 8 months on Saturday 2nd January 2027.

The current Tax will expire in 11 months on Thursday 1st April 2027.

AG08EAW MOT History

ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage
PASSED2ND JANUARY 2027113,745 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Rear Sub-Frame Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Is Corroded But Not Considered Excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Is Corroded But Not Considered Excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Hose Has Slight Corrosion To Ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  6. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Hose Has Slight Corrosion To Ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
FAILED22ND DECEMBER 2025113,742 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Nearside Front Position Lamp Not Working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  2. MAJOR - Nearside Front Anti-Roll Bar Linkage Ball Joint Dust Cover No Longer Prevents The Ingress Of Dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  3. MAJOR - Offside Front Anti-Roll Bar Linkage Ball Joint Dust Cover No Longer Prevents The Ingress Of Dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  4. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. ADVISORY - Rear Exhaust Heatshield Insecure
  6. ADVISORY - Rear Sub-Frame Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Is Corroded But Not Considered Excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Is Corroded But Not Considered Excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  9. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Hose Has Slight Corrosion To Ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  10. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Hose Has Slight Corrosion To Ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
PASSED3RD JANUARY 20252ND JANUARY 2026104,214 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Is Corroded But Not Considered Excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Is Corroded But Not Considered Excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Hose Has Slight Corrosion To Ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  5. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Hose Has Slight Corrosion To Ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  6. ADVISORY - Offside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
FAILED3RD JANUARY 2025104,212 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Parking Brake Lever Has Excessive Movement Indicating Incorrect Adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  2. ADVISORY - Oil Leak, But Not Excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Is Corroded But Not Considered Excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Is Corroded But Not Considered Excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Hose Has Slight Corrosion To Ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  6. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Brake Hose Has Slight Corrosion To Ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  7. ADVISORY - Offside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
FAILED30TH DECEMBER 2024104,166 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Items Removed From Driver's View Prior To Test
  2. ADVISORY - Brake Fluid Discoloured
  3. ADVISORY - Rear Washer Not Working
  4. MAJOR - Parking Brake Lever Has Excessive Movement Indicating Incorrect Adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  5. MAJOR - Front Tyre(s) Of Different Sizes Are Fitted On The Same Axle. (5.2.3 (b))
  6. MAJOR - Nearside Front Road Wheel Fixing Missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  7. ADVISORY - Offside Front Brake Hose Has Slight Corrosion To Ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  8. ADVISORY - Rear Brake Hose Has Slight Corrosion To Ferrule O/s And N/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  9. ADVISORY - O/s/f Tire Getting Low 3mm And Worn On Outer Edge
  10. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Wheel Bearing Slightly Noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  11. MAJOR - Rear Brakes Imbalanced Across An Axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
PASSED21ST DECEMBER 202328TH DECEMBER 202499,183 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Front Brakes Imbalanced Requirements Only Just Met. It Would Appear That The Braking System Requires Adjustment Or Repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Rear Service Brake Fluctuating, But Not Excessively Nearside And Offside (1.2.1 (e))
  3. ADVISORY - Suspension Component Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened Rear Axle Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Seat Belt Anchorage Prescribed Area Is Corroded But Not Considered Excessive Outer Sill Areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))
FAILED19TH DECEMBER 202399,183 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Parking Brake Lever Has Excessive Movement Indicating Incorrect Adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  2. ADVISORY - Front Brakes Imbalanced Requirements Only Just Met. It Would Appear That The Braking System Requires Adjustment Or Repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Rear Service Brake Fluctuating, But Not Excessively Nearside And Offside (1.2.1 (e))
  4. ADVISORY - Suspension Component Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened Rear Axle Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. ADVISORY - Seat Belt Anchorage Prescribed Area Is Corroded But Not Considered Excessive Outer Sill Areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  6. MAJOR - Rear Coil Spring Fractured Or Broken Nearside And Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. MAJOR - Parking Brake Efficiency Below Requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
PASSED16TH DECEMBER 202228TH DECEMBER 202392,788 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Suspension Arm Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Suspension Arm Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. ADVISORY - Rear Suspension Arm Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened Axle Beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. ADVISORY - Offside Front Suspension Arm Ball Joint Has Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. ADVISORY - Front Exhaust Has A Minor Leak Of Exhaust Gases Front Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
PASSED10TH DECEMBER 202128TH DECEMBER 202288,200 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Front Suspension Arm Ball Joint Has Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Suspension Arm Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Front Suspension Arm Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Rear Suspension Arm Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened Axle Beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Axle Beam Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Axle Beam Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
FAILED10TH DECEMBER 202188,200 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Front Suspension Arm Ball Joint Has Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Suspension Arm Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Front Suspension Arm Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Rear Suspension Arm Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened Axle Beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Axle Beam Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Axle Beam Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. MAJOR - Offside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Excessively Corroded Significantly Reducing Structural Strength Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. MAJOR - Nearside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Excessively Corroded Significantly Reducing Structural Strength Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
PASSED29TH DECEMBER 202028TH DECEMBER 202181,712 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - All 4 Tyres Worn Low/close To Limit
  2. ADVISORY - O/s/f Lower Suspension Arm Rear Bush Debonding And Fitted Incorrectly
  3. ADVISORY - Slight O/s/f Brake Fluctuation
  4. ADVISORY - Rear Brakes Grabbing Slightly/squeaking
  5. ADVISORY - Handbrake Requires Adjustment
FAILED16TH DECEMBER 202081,702 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Steering Rack Not Properly Attached (2.1.2 (a) (i))
  2. MAJOR - Nearside Front Lower Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Excessively Worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. MAJOR - Nearside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Excessively Corroded Significantly Reducing Structural Strength Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. MAJOR - Offside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Excessively Corroded Significantly Reducing Structural Strength Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. ADVISORY - All 4 Tyres Worn Low/close To Limit
  6. ADVISORY - O/s/f Lower Suspension Arm Rear Bush Debonding And Fitted Incorrectly
  7. ADVISORY - Slight O/s/f Brake Fluctuation
  8. ADVISORY - Rear Brakes Grabbing Slightly/squeaking
  9. ADVISORY - Handbrake Requires Adjustment
PASSED11TH DECEMBER 201919TH DECEMBER 202074,633 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Tyre Perished In Tread
PASSED5TH DECEMBER 201819TH DECEMBER 201967,216 MI
 
  1. MINOR - Windscreen Damaged But Not Adversely Affecting Driver's View (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. ADVISORY - Power Steering Pipe/hose Slightly Corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. ADVISORY - Vehicle Underbody Components Corroded
FAILED4TH DECEMBER 201867,215 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Parking Brake Lever Has Excessive Movement Indicating Incorrect Adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  2. MAJOR - Front Windscreen Washer Provides Insufficient Washer Liquid Wipers Not Tested (3.5 (a))
  3. MAJOR - Nearside Front Coil Spring Fractured Or Broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. MAJOR - Offside Front Coil Spring Fractured Or Broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. MINOR - Windscreen Damaged But Not Adversely Affecting Driver's View (3.2 (a) (i))
  6. ADVISORY - Power Steering Pipe/hose Slightly Corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  7. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. ADVISORY - Vehicle Underbody Components Corroded
PASSED20TH DECEMBER 201719TH DECEMBER 201862,774 MI
PASSED27TH JANUARY 201728TH JANUARY 201859,386 MI
PASSED28TH JANUARY 201628TH JANUARY 201754,587 MI
FAILED28TH JANUARY 201654,587 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Nearside Front Brake Binding (3.7.b.1)
  2. FAIL - Offside Front Brake Binding (3.7.b.1)
  3. FAIL - Offside Rear Brake Binding (3.7.b.1)
  4. FAIL - Offside Rear Brake Application Uneven (3.7.b.2)
  5. FAIL - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Has A Serious Fluid Leak (2.7.3)
  6. FAIL - Front Exhaust Has A Major Leak Of Exhaust Gases Down Pipe Flexy 48/50mm (7.1.2)
  7. FAIL - Centre Exhaust Has A Major Leak Of Exhaust Gases Sleeve Clamp 48mm (7.1.2)
PASSED29TH JANUARY 201528TH JANUARY 201649,483 MI
FAILED29TH JANUARY 201549,483 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Nearside Front Suspension Arm Rubber Bush Deteriorated Resulting In Excessive Movement (2.4.g.2)
  2. FAIL - Offside Front Suspension Arm Rubber Bush Deteriorated Resulting In Excessive Movement (2.4.g.2)
PASSED27TH JANUARY 201428TH JANUARY 201544,152 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Suspension Arm Rubber Bush Deteriorated But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement (2.4.g.2)
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Suspension Arm Rubber Bush Deteriorated But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement (2.4.g.2)
  3. ADVISORY - Front Registration Plate Deteriorated But Not Likely To Be Misread (6.3.1d)
PASSED28TH JANUARY 201328TH JANUARY 201439,257 MI
PASSED27TH JANUARY 201228TH JANUARY 201334,228 MI
PASSED29TH JANUARY 201128TH JANUARY 201229,259 MI
FAILED29TH JANUARY 201129,259 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Offside Obligatory Mirror Seriously Damaged, Affecting The Rear View (8.1.2a)
  2. FAIL - Nearside Rear Tyre(s) Incorrect Because Different Size Tyres Are Fitted On The Same Axle. (4.1.a.1a)
ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage

AG08EAW Passed/Failed

MOT Pass Rate: 62% | MOT Failure Rate: 38%

AG08EAW MOT Comments

Tip: Read our guide on What These Advisory Notes Mean…

AG08EAW Mileage

Last recorded mileage: 113,745 miles | Average yearly mileage: 6,691 miles

AG08EAW FAQs

This Volkswagen Polo with registration AG08EAW was manufactured on Monday 17th March 2008 so it is currently 18 years old. Its colour is Black and it has a 1.2 litre Petrol engine.

The odometer reading at the last MOT in 2025 was 113,745 miles, so this Volkswagen has travelled an average of 6,691 miles per year in the time it has been on the road.

We have a total of 26 MOTs on record for this Volkswagen Polo beginning with its first recorded MOT in 2011. We can see 10 of these tests have been MOT failures - this means AG08EAW has a 62% MOT pass rate!

Over its lifetime, this Volkswagen Polo has had 80 Advisories, 0 PRS Notices, 2 Minor, 21 Major, 0 Dangerous and 11 Fail comments in its MOT History.

This Volkswagen Polo is currently Taxed and the Tax, or VED (Vehicle Excise Duty), is next due in 11 months on Thursday 1st April 2027 .

Does AG08EAW have an active MOT?

Yes, as of Friday 1st May 2026 AG08EAW does have an active MOT. Read more

Is AG08EAW Taxed?

Yes, as of Friday 1st May 2026 AG08EAW does have Tax. Read more

When does AG08EAW Tax expire?

The current Tax for AG08EAW will expire in 11 months on Thursday 1st April 2027. If you are purchasing this vehicle, remember that the vehicle Tax cannot be transferred and you will need to re-tax the vehicle. Read more

When does AG08EAW MOT expire?

The current MOT for AG08EAW will expire in 8 months on Saturday 2nd January 2027. Read more

When did AG08EAW have its most recent MOT?

The most recent MOT on record for AG08EAW was on Monday 22nd December 2025 at 16:44. It Passed this MOT. Read more

How many times has AG08EAW Passed an MOT?

Out of a total of 26 MOTs on record for AG08EAW we can see 16 of these tests have been MOT Passes. Remember, digitised MOT records began in 2005 so MOT results prior to 2005 cannot be traced online. Read more

How many times has AG08EAW Failed an MOT?

Out of a total of 26 MOTs on record for AG08EAW we can see 10 of these tests have been MOT Failures. This means this vehicle has a 62% MOT pass rate! Read more

What Make and Model vehicle is AG08EAW?

AG08EAW is registered as a 2008 Volkswagen Polo. Read more

How many miles has AG08EAW done?

The odometer reading for AG08EAW at the last MOT in December 2025 was 113,745 miles. If the vehicle is still in use, it's likely the mileage has increased since then and up-to-date statistics will be provided at the next MOT. This vehicle has travelled an average of 6,691 miles per year. Read more

How old is AG08EAW?

The vehicle AG08EAW was manufactured in 2008 so it is currently 18 years old. It was first registered on Monday 17th March 2008. Read more

What colour is AG08EAW?

The official colour of AG08EAW is recorded as Black. Read more

What engine does AG08EAW have?

AG08EAW has a 1.2 litre Petrol engine. Read more

Your MOT Checks

Your previous searches will appear here.
Only you can see these.

Recent MOT Checks

AG08EAW MOT Check