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L992 EVP

1994 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

46,537 mi
Last recorded46,537 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2015
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Polo75,994 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL992 EVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Mar 2015 46,537 miles

Battery not clamped down (but secure in its location)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 46,537 miles

Battery not clamped down (but secure in its location)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 39,771 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 35,706 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 32,508 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 29,242 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 25,503 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 23,866 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 23,510 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 23,369 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 22,894 miles

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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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L992 EVP is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 L992 EVP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L992 EVP registered?

L992 EVP is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 January 1994.

Is L992 EVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L992 EVP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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