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C136 UBC

1986 Volkswagen Polo

Green Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

41,461 mi
Last recorded41,461 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Polo73,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC136 UBC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 41,461 miles

Rear Brakes Only Just Met Requirment

Fail 3 Aug 2016 41,461 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brakes Only Just Met Requirment

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 28,659 miles

Front offside and nearside shockabsorbers soft

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 23,032 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 22,975 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 22,833 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 22,584 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 22,185 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 22,184 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 21,874 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 21,565 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 21,291 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 21,291 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 20,971 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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C136 UBC is a 1986 Volkswagen Polo in Green with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 73,490 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 C136 UBC, 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 40 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C136 UBC registered?

C136 UBC is a 1986 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C136 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C136 UBC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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