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M806 JDV

1994 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2015
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Polo75,994 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM806 JDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2015

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

front tyres worn on inside edges

o/s/r tyre perished

rear exhaust small blow

steering pipe weaping

Pass 21 Aug 2014 99,403 miles

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

O/S Sun Visor Loose

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 21 Aug 2014 99,403 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

O/S Sun Visor Loose

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 97,339 miles

O/S/F Lower Suspension Arm Corroded

Surface Corrosion Front to Rear Brake Pipes

Pass 5 Sep 2012 93,999 miles

N/S/F Tyre Worn on Inner Edge

Pass 31 Aug 2011 90,093 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Slight Seep From Power Steering Pipes on Rack

Fail 31 Aug 2011 22,374 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Slight Seep From Power Steering Pipes on Rack

Pass 1 Sep 2010 86,750 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 86,750 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 83,124 miles

Front No Plate Water Damaged

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

Fail 9 Sep 2009 83,124 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front No Plate Water Damaged

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 77,955 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 27 Aug 2008 77,955 miles

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 73,855 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 73,855 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

O/S/R Tyre Tread Split †Front No Plate Damaged †Slight Exhaust Blow @ Rear Joint

Pass 6 Sep 2006 68,527 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 64,529 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 64,529 miles

Centre Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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M806 JDV 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 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M806 JDV, 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 M806 JDV registered?

M806 JDV is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 October 1994.

Is M806 JDV safe to buy?

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