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PF59 BXB

2009 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Dec 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,371 mi
Last recorded57,371 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2016
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Polo57,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF59 BXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2016 57,371 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 Dec 2016 57,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 45,773 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 37,292 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Dec 2013 30,439 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 22 Dec 2012 25,180 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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PF59 BXB is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PF59 BXB, 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.

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What year was PF59 BXB registered?

PF59 BXB is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is PF59 BXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF59 BXB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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