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GAZ 8212

1995 Volkswagen Polo

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,980 mi
Last recorded62,980 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2007
Typical for 1995 Volkswagen Polo86,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAZ 8212
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2007 62,980 miles

CENTER AND REAR EXHAUST VERY RUSTY, TANK STRAPS VERY RUSTY, REAR AXLE BEAM VERY RUSTY

Oil leak

Fail 16 Nov 2007 62,980 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

CENTER AND REAR EXHAUST VERY RUSTY, TANK STRAPS VERY RUSTY, REAR AXLE BEAM VERY RUSTY

OSF TYRE FLAT

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2006 55,817 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front tyres wearing on inner edges.

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Slight bind on front brakes.

Pass 4 Nov 2005 50,379 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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GAZ 8212 is a 1995 Volkswagen Polo in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 86,902 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 GAZ 8212, 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 31 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GAZ 8212 registered?

GAZ 8212 is a 1995 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 November 1995.

Is GAZ 8212 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAZ 8212 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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