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PF09 WFN

2009 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,655 mi
Last recorded44,655 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Polo57,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF09 WFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 44,655 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2026 44,655 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 43,435 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 42,612 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 40,763 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 39,658 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 38,501 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 35,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 32,491 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 29,665 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 26,051 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 21,813 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 18,125 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 14,451 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 11,032 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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PF09 WFN is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 57,384 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 PF09 WFN, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PF09 WFN registered?

PF09 WFN is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 July 2009.

Is PF09 WFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF09 WFN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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