MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
105,616 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?
Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.
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A116 MKJ is a 1983 Volkswagen Polo in Purple with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1983 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 68,664 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 A116 MKJ, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of A116 MKJ?
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What year was A116 MKJ registered?
A116 MKJ is a 1983 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 October 1983.
Is A116 MKJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for A116 MKJ shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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