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A649 WOH

1983 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,814 mi
Last recorded59,814 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2020
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Polo68,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA649 WOH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2020 59,814 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 46,027 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 30,347 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 15,407 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 99,982 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 89,753 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 81,185 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 67,252 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 48,800 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 33,212 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 25 Mar 2011 33,212 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 10,172 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 10,172 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 81,117 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 62,028 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 46,145 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 10 May 2007 46,143 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 25 Apr 2007 45,873 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 May 2006 42,189 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 42,189 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 May 2006 42,181 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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A649 WOH is a 1983 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 A649 WOH, 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 A649 WOH registered?

A649 WOH is a 1983 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 December 1983.

Is A649 WOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A649 WOH shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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