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A253 CPJ

1983 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

6,598 mi
Last recorded6,598 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2013
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Polo68,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA253 CPJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2013 6,598 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 27 Jun 2012 4,889 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and sheild

Pass 10 Jun 2011 3,648 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 3,643 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 2,600 miles

Front number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 7 Jul 2010 2,598 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 10 Jul 2009 1,655 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 1,654 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Battery insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front number plate slightly deteriorated

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear brake balance just within limits

Fail 8 Jul 2008 693 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 693 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 99,195 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 97,683 miles

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

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 97,683 miles

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

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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A253 CPJ is a 1983 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 A253 CPJ, 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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What year was A253 CPJ registered?

A253 CPJ is a 1983 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 August 1983.

Is A253 CPJ safe to buy?

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