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GCZ 6006

2000 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

100,585 mi
Last recorded100,585 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Polo71,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCZ 6006
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 100,585 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2015 96,611 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 93,354 miles

insp on (service light )

oil leak from engine

Fail 25 Aug 2014 93,354 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

EML on

INSP (service light ) on

oil leek from engine

Pass 23 Nov 2012 80,109 miles

EML on

oil leek at engine

Fail 20 Nov 2012 80,109 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

EML on

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

oil leek at engine

Pass 16 Nov 2011 72,186 miles

Engine oil leak

Fan belt cracked

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front brake pads worn

Gbox oil leak from selector shaft seal

NSR wheel bearing noise

Fail 15 Nov 2011 72,186 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Engine coolant leak (possibly radiator)

Engine oil leak

Fan belt cracked

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Gbox oil leak from selector shaft seal

NSR wheel bearing noise

Pass 22 Nov 2010 66,888 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

air bag light on engine man light on

front inner brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 22 Nov 2010 66,888 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

air bag light on engine man light on

front inner brake discs slightly corroded

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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GCZ 6006 is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 71,836 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 GCZ 6006, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GCZ 6006 registered?

GCZ 6006 is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 8 September 2000.

Is GCZ 6006 safe to buy?

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