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D236 ODV

1986 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,919 mi
Last recorded108,919 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Polo73,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD236 ODV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 108,919 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 106,805 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 106,804 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 99,065 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 Feb 2017 99,061 miles

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wing (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 98,014 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Fail 11 Sep 2015 98,014 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 96,972 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 95,953 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 95,189 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 94,268 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 92,851 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 91,498 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 91,440 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 89,608 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 87,374 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 85,308 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 82,862 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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D236 ODV is a 1986 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 D236 ODV, 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 D236 ODV registered?

D236 ODV is a 1986 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 October 1986.

Is D236 ODV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D236 ODV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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