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D136 SGC

1987 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

46,100 mi
Last recorded46,100 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2013
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Polo73,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD136 SGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2013 46,100 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 45,645 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 45,645 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 44,775 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 43,997 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 43,997 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 42,106 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 41,619 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 41,105 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 38,435 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 38,435 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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D136 SGC is a 1987 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 73,392 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 D136 SGC, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D136 SGC registered?

D136 SGC is a 1987 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is D136 SGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D136 SGC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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