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M101 PKJ

1994 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,301 mi
Last recorded108,301 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Polo75,994 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM101 PKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 108,301 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 105,776 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 105,776 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 105,178 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 104,331 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 103,393 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 101,941 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 100,867 miles

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)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 99,334 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 97,923 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 96,713 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 95,343 miles

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)

Fail 26 Sep 2009 93,593 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 93,593 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 92,373 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 90,908 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 88,380 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 88,380 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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M101 PKJ is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M101 PKJ, 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 M101 PKJ registered?

M101 PKJ is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 October 1994.

Is M101 PKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M101 PKJ shows 18 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.

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