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ANU 385A

1997 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

132,463 mi
Last recorded132,463 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2013
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Polo78,269 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANU 385A
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Dec 2013 132,463 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Dec 2012 130,493 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 125,713 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 122,126 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 119,657 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Dec 2008 117,179 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 113,101 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 110,583 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2005 108,179 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly 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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ANU 385A is a 1997 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 78,269 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 ANU 385A, 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 29 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 ANU 385A registered?

ANU 385A is a 1997 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 January 1997.

Is ANU 385A safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANU 385A shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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