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AFH 86C

1991 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,452 mi
Last recorded143,452 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Polo86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFH 86C
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 143,452 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 139,118 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 135,131 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi to drum (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 27 May 2021 123,224 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 111,668 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 15 Feb 2019 99,426 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust system corroded

nearside rear tyre has uneven tread wear

offside rear tyre cracked and perished

slight play in both front suspension top mounts

Fail 7 Feb 2019 99,414 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust mounts poor

exhaust system corroded

nearside rear tyre has uneven tread wear

offside rear tyre cracked and perished

slight play in both front suspension top mounts

Pass 29 Dec 2014 99,135 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

blades split

Pass 27 Dec 2013 98,313 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 97,652 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 96,739 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2010 95,356 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 93,727 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2009 93,727 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 91,922 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2007 90,458 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Dec 2007 90,458 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 88,119 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 86,964 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2005 86,964 miles

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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AFH 86C is a 1991 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 86,614 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 AFH 86C, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AFH 86C registered?

AFH 86C is a 1991 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is AFH 86C safe to buy?

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