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A17 AVM

2000 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,578 mi
Last recorded123,578 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2013
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Polo71,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 AVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2013 123,578 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

windscreen has a crack out side of swept area

Pass 17 Aug 2012 101,434 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both rear brakes slightly binding when rotated by hand

Fail 16 Aug 2012 101,433 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both rear brakes slightly binding when rotated by hand

Pass 22 Jul 2011 93,897 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both headlamp beams perishing

hand brake travel high

Pass 16 Jul 2010 90,082 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

bad engine oil leak

Fail 15 Jul 2010 90,061 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

bad engine oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2009 84,598 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 84,580 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2008 80,727 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 76,633 miles

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 27 Jun 2006 72,933 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 70,110 miles

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

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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A17 AVM is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 71,836 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 A17 AVM, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A17 AVM registered?

A17 AVM is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 April 2000.

Is A17 AVM safe to buy?

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