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CAC 672Y

1982 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

53,250 mi
Last recorded53,250 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Polo69,341 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAC 672Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 53,250 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 53,242 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 53,142 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 53,142 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 53,081 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 52,938 miles

Oil leak

front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 16 Aug 2010 52,846 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 52,697 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 52,671 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 52,542 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 52,396 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 52,388 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 52,195 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 52,173 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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CAC 672Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 69,341 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 CAC 672Y, 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 44 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 CAC 672Y?

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What year was CAC 672Y registered?

CAC 672Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 September 1982.

Is CAC 672Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAC 672Y shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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