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7661BVH

2002 Volkswagen Polo

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,069 mi
Last recorded132,069 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2009
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Polo66,321 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration7661BVH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2009 132,069 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2008 121,352 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Jun 2008 121,352 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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7661BVH is a 2002 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 66,321 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 Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 7661BVH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 7661BVH registered?

7661BVH is a 2002 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 October 2002.

Is 7661BVH safe to buy?

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