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D160 PNO

1986 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

89,056 mi
Last recorded89,056 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Polo73,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD160 PNO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 89,056 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 89,045 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 89,035 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 89,006 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 89,006 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 88,979 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 88,945 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 88,854 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 88,801 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 88,705 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 88,560 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 88,338 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 88,278 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 88,164 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 88,102 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 87,883 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 87,624 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 87,624 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 85,961 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 83,835 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 82,775 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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D160 PNO is a 1986 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 D160 PNO, 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 D160 PNO registered?

D160 PNO is a 1986 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D160 PNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D160 PNO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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