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A23 CYP

2006 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1895cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests39 (34 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate87.2%

Mileage

49,792 mi
Last recorded49,792 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Polo64,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 CYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

34 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 49,792 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2025 49,791 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2025 44,690 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2025 44,690 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2024 45,217 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 42,426 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 40,326 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2023 40,326 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 39,101 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 39,852 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 34,289 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 38,812 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 30,790 miles

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 17 Sep 2020 37,298 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 30,656 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 34,932 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 34,932 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 29,845 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 32,518 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 29,595 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 30,194 miles

Nearside 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 7 Mar 2017 28,781 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 27,866 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 28,238 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 25,357 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 27,170 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 23,000 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre deteriorated 1856014

Pass 30 Jan 2014 23,619 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 20,295 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear tyres deteriorated

Pass 28 Feb 2013 19,416 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 17,524 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 15,339 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 15,339 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 14,836 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 11,621 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 12,141 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 8,874 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 8,668 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 6,255 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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A23 CYP is a 2006 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 39 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.2%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 64,122 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 A23 CYP, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A23 CYP?

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What year was A23 CYP registered?

A23 CYP is a 2006 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 March 2006.

Is A23 CYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 CYP shows 39 tests with a 87.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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