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DNZ 8230

2000 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,058 mi
Last recorded58,058 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Polo71,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNZ 8230
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 58,058 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 53,989 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 49,432 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 44,854 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 40,636 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 37,469 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 35,755 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2020 35,755 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 34,120 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 34,120 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 32,326 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2018 32,326 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 30,338 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 28,316 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 26,490 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 24,794 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 23,355 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 22,251 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 21,206 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 20,073 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 18,550 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 16,672 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 15,112 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 14,193 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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DNZ 8230 is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DNZ 8230, 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

How do I check the history of DNZ 8230?

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What year was DNZ 8230 registered?

DNZ 8230 is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is DNZ 8230 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNZ 8230 shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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