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B22 AVY

2000 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

134,010 mi
Last recorded134,010 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Polo71,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB22 AVY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 134,010 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 133,352 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 132,752 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 128,072 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

fuel tank straps corroded

oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2014 121,694 miles

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

Oil leak

drivers seat runners slightly worn

exhaust system deteorated

non standard suspension fitted

rear shock absorbers have a reduced damping affect

Fail 20 Sep 2013 111,711 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

near side rear shock weak

neaside rear brake binding

Pass 20 Sep 2013 111,711 miles

near side rear shock weak

neaside rear brake binding

Fail 3 Sep 2013 111,686 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both n/s/f and n/s/r brakes slightly binding

Pass 3 Sep 2012 102,545 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Aug 2012 102,521 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2010 56,609 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 92,083 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 92,083 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 May 2009 81,619 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 71,641 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 59,377 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 48,620 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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B22 AVY is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 B22 AVY, 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 B22 AVY registered?

B22 AVY is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 September 2000.

Is B22 AVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B22 AVY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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