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F114 FWF

1989 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

125,981 mi
Last recorded125,981 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2005
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Polo79,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF114 FWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2005 125,981 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 125,981 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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F114 FWF is a 1989 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 79,836 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 F114 FWF, 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 37 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 F114 FWF?

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What year was F114 FWF registered?

F114 FWF is a 1989 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 April 1989.

Is F114 FWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F114 FWF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F114 FWF have outstanding finance?

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