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M774 LYR

1994 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,583 mi
Last recorded87,583 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Polo75,994 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM774 LYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 87,583 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)

Pass 12 May 2015 86,412 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 85,233 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 85,846 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 82,041 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2012 82,041 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 79,958 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 79,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2010 76,453 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 76,453 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2009 73,390 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 69,734 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 65,422 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 60,498 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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M774 LYR is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 M774 LYR, 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 M774 LYR?

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What year was M774 LYR registered?

M774 LYR is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 December 1994.

Is M774 LYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M774 LYR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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