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C378 PTF

1989 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

124,577 mi
Last recorded124,577 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Polo79,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC378 PTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 124,577 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 124,510 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 124,504 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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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C378 PTF is a 1989 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 79,836 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 C378 PTF, 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 37 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 C378 PTF?

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What year was C378 PTF registered?

C378 PTF is a 1989 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 March 1989.

Is C378 PTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C378 PTF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C378 PTF have outstanding finance?

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