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DCZ 7158

1997 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

125,893 mi
Last recorded125,893 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Polo78,269 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCZ 7158
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2012 125,893 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Feb 2012 125,891 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 114,714 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 114,669 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 107,025 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 100,721 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 100,721 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 94,810 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 93,782 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 75,193 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 75,193 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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DCZ 7158 is a 1997 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 78,269 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 DCZ 7158, 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 29 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 DCZ 7158 registered?

DCZ 7158 is a 1997 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is DCZ 7158 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCZ 7158 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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