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AKZ 2556

1996 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

115,763 mi
Last recorded115,763 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2013
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Polo83,865 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKZ 2556
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2013 115,763 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

front screen marked not effecting view

nearside front tyre cracking at sidewall

slight judder at rear during brake test

Fail 15 Jul 2013 115,763 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

front screen marked not effecting view

nearside front tyre cracking at sidewall

slight judder at rear during brake test

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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AKZ 2556 is a 1996 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 AKZ 2556, 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 AKZ 2556?

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What year was AKZ 2556 registered?

AKZ 2556 is a 1996 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is AKZ 2556 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKZ 2556 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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