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AHZ 8759

2000 Volkswagen Polo

Red Diesel 1412cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

115,991 mi
Last recorded115,991 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Polo71,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHZ 8759
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,412cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 115,991 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 115,926 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise damage to both front tyres outer sidewall areas

advise damage to outer sill panel areas

advise unable to reach 80 degrees temp for DSM emissions therefore tested @ 60 degrees

advise underbody corrosion

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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AHZ 8759 is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,412cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 71,836 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 AHZ 8759, 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 26 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 AHZ 8759 registered?

AHZ 8759 is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 October 2000.

Is AHZ 8759 safe to buy?

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