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C895 DVR

1986 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

41,533 mi
Last recorded41,533 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Polo73,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC895 DVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2022 41,533 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced windscreen lower panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements switch tell tail light inop (4.5.3 (a))

Offside Front Steering head bearings has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced windscreen lower panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle outer edge of tyre cut up (5.2.3 (f))

Central Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources and cover missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front and rear tyres different sizes

near side rear wheel arches starting to corrode

off side door starting to corrode around window

unable to check outer sills due to trims fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2021 41,533 miles

Central Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear lower 1/4 panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both near side and offside lower scuttle panel starting to corrode

drivers door starting to corrode

unable to check outer sill due to sill trims fitted

Fail 19 Jun 2021 41,533 miles

Central Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Central Front Power steering ram insecure (2.1.5 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability nut loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability fixing bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear lower 1/4 panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both near side and offside lower scuttle panel starting to corrode

drivers door starting to corrode

unable to check outer sill due to sill trims fitted

Fail 14 Apr 2021 41,533 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn securing washer damaged and cutting into bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe and box holed (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective temp cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting around fuel filler and quater panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner sill been repaired but sealed unable to check type of repair

dash lights very dim

main beam warning light not working

off side rear quater panel starting to corrode

unable to check outer sills due to trims fitted

under body and suspension starting to rust and corrode

Pass 25 Jan 2016 41,533 miles

rear exhaust has minor leak of exhaust gasses

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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C895 DVR is a 1986 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C895 DVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C895 DVR registered?

C895 DVR is a 1986 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 March 1986.

Is C895 DVR safe to buy?

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