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GGT 83T

1979 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,985 mi
Last recorded56,985 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2010
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Polo48,990 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGT 83T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine895cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2010 56,985 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front jacking points rusty

front inner arches starting to corrode

inner sills rusty

n/s/f track rod end rubber split

n/s/r valance rusty

o/s/f headlamp slightly blurred

outer sills corroded

rear chassis & underbody rusty

rear inner wheel arches rusty

scuff marks on tyres

slight play in o/s/f top mount

suspension travel minimum

Pass 10 Jun 2009 53,559 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 51,292 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 49,409 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 41,615 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 41,615 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.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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GGT 83T is a 1979 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 GGT 83T, 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 GGT 83T?

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What year was GGT 83T registered?

GGT 83T is a 1979 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 January 1979.

Is GGT 83T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGT 83T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GGT 83T have outstanding finance?

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