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DKZ 9579

2000 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

217,450 mi
Last recorded217,450 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Polo71,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKZ 9579
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 217,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2017 209,624 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre has small cut in tread

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 May 2016 203,348 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 198,216 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 190,280 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 182,129 miles

rear exhaust starting to blow at front of box on top

Pass 31 May 2012 174,144 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 173,942 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

handbrake comes up high but not to stops

rear brake pipes appear to be bubbling under coating

Pass 23 May 2011 168,281 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 163,031 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 158,655 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 158,655 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Oil leak

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

nearside front tyre has side wall damage

nearside rear side light dull

Pass 4 Aug 2008 152,077 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 141,607 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 128,655 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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DKZ 9579 is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DKZ 9579, 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 DKZ 9579 registered?

DKZ 9579 is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is DKZ 9579 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKZ 9579 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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