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P857 LNH

1971 Volkswagen Polo

Green Petrol 929cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,952 mi
Last recorded69,952 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2007
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Polo85,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP857 LNH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine929cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2007 69,952 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 9 Jan 2006 66,865 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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P857 LNH is a 1971 Volkswagen Polo in Green with a 929cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 85,302 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 P857 LNH, 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 55 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 P857 LNH?

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What year was P857 LNH registered?

P857 LNH is a 1971 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is P857 LNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P857 LNH shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P857 LNH have outstanding finance?

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