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L356 YGV

1994 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

134,473 mi
Last recorded134,473 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Polo75,994 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL356 YGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 134,473 miles

Both front tyres slightly perished

Pass 9 Mar 2017 127,199 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 126,055 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 119,358 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 119,358 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 117,030 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 117,030 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Feb 2013 109,420 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 109,420 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 108,249 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 108,249 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 107,281 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 107,281 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 106,432 miles

slight noise from n/s rear wheel bearing

Fail 5 Feb 2010 106,432 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

slight noise from n/s rear wheel bearing

Pass 4 Sep 2008 105,886 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 104,781 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 104,781 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 103,249 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 103,249 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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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L356 YGV is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1994 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 75,994 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 L356 YGV, 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 32 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L356 YGV registered?

L356 YGV is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 January 1994.

Is L356 YGV safe to buy?

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