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G4 OXX

1991 Volkswagen Polo

Green Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

55,055 mi
Last recorded55,055 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Polo86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG4 OXX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 55,055 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 54,862 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 54,133 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 53,967 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 53,965 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 43,164 miles

slight engine oil leaks

Pass 13 Dec 2013 34,423 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s front tyre brushing plastic splash panel on full lock

Pass 14 Dec 2012 28,023 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

nearside front tyre perished

offside front tyre perished

Fail 13 Dec 2012 28,023 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

nearside front tyre perished

offside front tyre perished

Fail 12 Dec 2011 22,762 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 22,762 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 18,055 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 14,659 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 14,483 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 14,268 miles

O/S/F INDICATOR CRACKED

Pass 16 Aug 2006 14,005 miles

O/S/R & N/S/R SHOCK ABSORBERS DAMP

Pass 18 Aug 2005 13,718 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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G4 OXX is a 1991 Volkswagen Polo in Green with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 86,614 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 G4 OXX, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G4 OXX registered?

G4 OXX is a 1991 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 August 1991.

Is G4 OXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G4 OXX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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