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PJ58 UWN

2009 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

116,229 mi
Last recorded116,229 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Polo57,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ58 UWN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 116,229 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

undertray fiited

Fail 14 Apr 2018 116,229 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

undertray fiited

Pass 8 Apr 2017 93,362 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Apr 2017 93,362 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 77,735 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush nearside/offside (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear wheel bearings slightly rough

Pass 2 Apr 2015 59,371 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 59,368 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 50,235 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 50,225 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Vehicle Identification Number not legible (6.3.5.a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 42,194 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 6 Jan 2012 28,275 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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PJ58 UWN is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 PJ58 UWN, 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 PJ58 UWN registered?

PJ58 UWN is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 February 2009.

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