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DK53 SYJ

2000 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,920 mi
Last recorded130,920 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2017
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Polo71,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 SYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2017 130,920 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Tyres

Pass 16 Feb 2016 128,848 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 126,315 miles

Oil leak

advise wear in front disc

Pass 5 Apr 2014 124,150 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 124,144 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 27 Dec 2012 108,964 miles

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs in poor condition

rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 10 Jan 2012 95,646 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 89,195 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2010 89,178 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 80,329 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 80,329 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 75,276 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

engine management light on

Pass 3 Dec 2007 68,799 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside rear alloy wheel rim damaged

Fail 29 Nov 2007 68,753 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside rear alloy wheel rim damaged

Pass 16 May 2007 62,150 miles

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

brake discs have surface rust

n/s/r rim damaged

Pass 4 Dec 2006 61,443 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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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DK53 SYJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 71,836 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 DK53 SYJ, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK53 SYJ registered?

DK53 SYJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is DK53 SYJ safe to buy?

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