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A186 RBP

1984 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2023
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

105,284 mi
Last recorded105,284 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Polo70,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA186 RBP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2022 105,284 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 104,844 miles

Offside headlamp loose

Washer jet not working on offside

Pass 25 Apr 2019 104,142 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Reverse lights not working

Fail 23 Apr 2019 104,140 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Front to rear brake....,,,,,.,,,,,, (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Reverse lights not working

Fail 19 Jun 2012 104,136 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2011 101,295 miles

main beam tail tail inop

steering fouling with wire harness on lock to lock

Fail 24 Jun 2011 101,290 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

main beam tail tail inop

steering fouling with wire harness on lock to lock

Pass 28 Sep 2009 100,588 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 15 Sep 2009 100,583 miles

Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 98,346 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear fuel pipe close to axle.

slight exhaust blow manifold.

Fail 10 Sep 2008 98,343 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear fuel pipe close to axle.

slight exhaust blow manifold.

Pass 22 Sep 2006 95,982 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 95,982 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2005 91,821 miles

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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A186 RBP is a 1984 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1984 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 70,646 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 A186 RBP, 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 42 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A186 RBP is a 1984 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 February 1984.

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