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AE51 DZS

2001 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

179,894 mi
Last recorded179,894 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Polo66,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 DZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 179,894 miles

ENGINE MANAGMENT LIGHT ON

Fail 22 Sep 2015 179,893 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases SILENCER CORRODED AWAY (7.1.2)

ENGINE MANAGMENT LIGHT ON

Pass 7 Oct 2014 173,520 miles

both front wish bone buches starting to split

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Fail 7 Oct 2014 173,520 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front wish bone buches starting to split

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 10 Oct 2013 145,440 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 145,439 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2012 124,904 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 100,833 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2011 100,833 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 85,825 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 74,740 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 64,758 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 64,758 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 53,927 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 42,735 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 42,735 miles

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

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

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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AE51 DZS is a 2001 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 66,587 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 AE51 DZS, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE51 DZS registered?

AE51 DZS is a 2001 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AE51 DZS safe to buy?

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