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M255 NVN

1994 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1043cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,609 mi
Last recorded18,609 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2012
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Polo75,994 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM255 NVN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2012 18,609 miles

handbrake cables showing signs of wear

n/s/r lens damaged

Pass 12 Nov 2011 12,701 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 8,840 miles

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

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 14 Nov 2009 4,650 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Rear wiper split

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 4,650 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear wiper split

Pass 8 Nov 2008 48 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Fail 10 Nov 2007 94,747 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Oil leak

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 94,747 miles

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

Oil leak

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Nov 2006 89,574 miles

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

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

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

fueltank showing signs of corrosion

handbrake cables showing signs of corrosion

Pass 11 Nov 2006 89,574 miles

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

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

fueltank showing signs of corrosion

handbrake cables showing signs of corrosion

Pass 4 Nov 2005 84,605 miles

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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M255 NVN is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 M255 NVN, 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 M255 NVN registered?

M255 NVN is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 August 1994.

Is M255 NVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M255 NVN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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