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M89 VWC

1994 Volkswagen Polo

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,290 mi
Last recorded84,290 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2012
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Polo75,994 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM89 VWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2012 84,290 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 83,013 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 80,572 miles

both front s/absober top mounts has slight play

Pass 16 Jul 2009 79,500 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 76,683 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 76,682 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 73,956 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 71,697 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 69,890 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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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M89 VWC is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M89 VWC, 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 M89 VWC?

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What year was M89 VWC registered?

M89 VWC is a 1994 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 December 1994.

Is M89 VWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M89 VWC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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