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E103 OFX

1988 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,406 mi
Last recorded95,406 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2008
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Polo78,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE103 OFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2008 95,406 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 93,612 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 91,253 miles

Nearside Rear 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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E103 OFX is a 1988 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 78,278 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 E103 OFX, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E103 OFX?

You can check the full history of E103 OFX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E103 OFX registered?

E103 OFX is a 1988 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 January 1988.

Is E103 OFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E103 OFX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E103 OFX have outstanding finance?

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