MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
137,850 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
handbrake cable tension wheel siezed
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
oil leak
rear fog light intermitant
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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A788 JDV is a 1983 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,093cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 A788 JDV, 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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How do I check the history of A788 JDV?
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What year was A788 JDV registered?
A788 JDV is a 1983 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 August 1983.
Is A788 JDV safe to buy?
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