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ML56 ZWE

2006 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,509 mi
Last recorded103,509 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Polo64,122 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML56 ZWE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 103,509 miles

Exhaust blowing

Fail 24 Apr 2017 66,979 miles

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

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

Exhaust blowing

Pass 12 Apr 2016 91,583 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 91,581 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 83,574 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 83,571 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 76,793 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 67,921 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 57,857 miles

'EPC' warning light on

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Fail 3 Apr 2012 57,857 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

'EPC' warning light on

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2011 44,337 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 35,199 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak

advise front wiper blade replacment.

both front headlight aims too high, i have adjusted these.

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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ML56 ZWE is a 2006 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 64,122 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 ML56 ZWE, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ML56 ZWE registered?

ML56 ZWE is a 2006 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 23 October 2006.

Is ML56 ZWE safe to buy?

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