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AKZ 9098

1998 Volkswagen Polo

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

77,481 mi
Last recorded77,481 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Polo73,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKZ 9098
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 77,481 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 77,481 miles

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 75,484 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 72,998 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 71,320 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 70,143 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 70,143 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Feb 2012 66,309 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 66,309 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 62,942 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 56,380 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 56,380 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 52,620 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 48,623 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT AND OFFSIDE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM REAR BUSHES ARE STARTING TO LIFT OUT OF SEATINGS

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

REAR SILENCER CORRODEING

REAR WIPER BLADE IS SPLIT

Pass 18 Feb 2008 48,623 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT AND OFFSIDE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM REAR BUSHES ARE STARTING TO LIFT OUT OF SEATINGS

REAR SILENCER CORRODEING

REAR WIPER BLADE IS SPLIT

Pass 26 Feb 2007 43,544 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 36,671 miles

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 9098 is a 1998 Volkswagen Polo in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 73,020 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 AKZ 9098, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AKZ 9098 registered?

AKZ 9098 is a 1998 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is AKZ 9098 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKZ 9098 shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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