MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
120,846 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
petrol tank corroded
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
petrol tank corroded
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?
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D170 WYJ is a 1987 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 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 D170 WYJ, 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 D170 WYJ registered?
D170 WYJ is a 1987 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 February 1987.
Is D170 WYJ safe to buy?
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