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M117 BFE

1994 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,320 mi
Last recorded69,320 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Polo75,994 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM117 BFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 69,320 miles

under body covered in sealant

Pass 7 Feb 2018 62,857 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight blow on exhaust

Pass 11 Nov 2016 60,176 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 56,345 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2015 56,345 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working sidelamp (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 53,222 miles

front brake flexies perishing

Pass 4 Nov 2013 49,290 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust poor fit

Pass 31 Oct 2012 43,536 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 41,834 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 41,637 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 41,057 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 26 Jun 2008 40,167 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

n/s & o/s rear tyres deteriorating & cracking on outer sidewalls

Pass 26 Jun 2008 40,167 miles

n/s & o/s rear tyres deteriorating & cracking on outer sidewalls

Pass 5 Jul 2007 39,036 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 37,739 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 37,739 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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M117 BFE is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 M117 BFE, 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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M117 BFE is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 August 1994.

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