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FPJ 780V

1979 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,207 mi
Last recorded50,207 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2009
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Polo48,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPJ 780V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine895cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2009 50,207 miles

corrosion to sills,floorpans,suspension mounts,oil leak,front top shock mounts have play

Fail 26 Aug 2009 50,205 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion to sills,floorpans,suspension mounts,oil leak,front top shock mounts have play

Pass 29 Aug 2008 48,649 miles

corrosion to floorpans,sills,suspension mounts,shock mounts,o/s/f brake hose perishing,oil leak

Fail 21 Aug 2008 48,647 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

corrosion to floorpans,sills,suspension mounts,shock mounts,o/s/f brake hose perishing,oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2007 47,333 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 47,332 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

play in top shock mounts,corrosion to suspension mounts

Pass 30 Aug 2006 45,512 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 45,512 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion to floorpans,plat front top shock mounts

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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FPJ 780V is a 1979 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 48,990 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 FPJ 780V, 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 47 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 FPJ 780V?

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What year was FPJ 780V registered?

FPJ 780V is a 1979 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 December 1979.

Is FPJ 780V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPJ 780V shows 8 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 FPJ 780V have outstanding finance?

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