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PF59 JNZ

2009 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

159,467 mi
Last recorded159,467 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Polo57,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF59 JNZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 159,467 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Feb 2024 155,457 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 150,529 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 145,086 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 139,556 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Feb 2020 135,010 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Feb 2019 126,535 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 126,535 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 118,514 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both / also slightly perished (4.1.E.1)

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 30 Mar 2017 111,501 miles

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

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 30 Mar 2017 111,501 miles

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

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

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2016 104,979 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2016 104,979 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 98,820 miles

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

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Fail 16 Mar 2015 98,820 miles

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 Mar 2014 83,815 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2014 83,815 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 58,394 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 JNZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 PF59 JNZ, 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 PF59 JNZ registered?

PF59 JNZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is PF59 JNZ safe to buy?

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