CarVerify

Free Car Check

M488 CRT

1994 Volkswagen Polo

Green Petrol 1043cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

87,171 mi
Last recorded87,171 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Polo75,994 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM488 CRT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,043cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2017 87,171 miles

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 22 Jul 2015 76,072 miles

certain patches have been repaired and painted ( red oxcide )

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 72,992 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2013 70,880 miles

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

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

outer sills slight corrosion

Pass 2 Aug 2011 65,294 miles

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

Vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 9 Jul 2010 61,824 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 61,487 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 60,788 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 59,832 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 59,832 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 57,758 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 55,141 miles

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

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

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

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
Full Volkswagen Polo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M488 CRT is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo in Green with a 1,043cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 M488 CRT, 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

How do I check the history of M488 CRT?

You can check the full history of M488 CRT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M488 CRT registered?

M488 CRT is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M488 CRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M488 CRT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M488 CRT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M488 CRT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.