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PJ58 NRF

2009 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

52,248 mi
Last recorded52,248 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Polo57,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ58 NRF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 52,248 miles

Front brake pads warning light illuminating

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2025 52,247 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front brake pads warning light illuminating

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2024 42,479 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 38,303 miles

Front Lower Tray Fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2022 32,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 27,906 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 25,716 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 25,497 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 25,021 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 24,221 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 23,067 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 21,384 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 19,002 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 10 Dec 2013 15,843 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 12,613 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 9,131 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 9,131 miles

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

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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PJ58 NRF is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 PJ58 NRF, 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

How do I check the history of PJ58 NRF?

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What year was PJ58 NRF registered?

PJ58 NRF is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 January 2009.

Is PJ58 NRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ58 NRF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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