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A6 NYO

1996 Volkswagen Polo

Multi-colour Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,987 mi
Last recorded157,987 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Polo83,865 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 NYO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2017 157,987 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 183,277 miles

vehicle has been lowered

vehicle has been modified

Pass 13 Jul 2015 169,496 miles

both nearside tyres worn on outer sidewalls

both outer sills have slight corrosion at front

offside front strut lock nuts loose

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

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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A6 NYO is a 1996 Volkswagen Polo in Multi-colour with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 83,865 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 A6 NYO, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A6 NYO?

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What year was A6 NYO registered?

A6 NYO is a 1996 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is A6 NYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 NYO shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A6 NYO have outstanding finance?

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