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PJ59 RFY

2009 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,850 mi
Last recorded63,850 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Polo57,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ59 RFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 63,850 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 56,276 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 51,223 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 51,223 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 48,686 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 39,600 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 29,363 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 29,363 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 23,622 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 20,904 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 15,693 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 12,933 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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PJ59 RFY is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 PJ59 RFY, 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 PJ59 RFY registered?

PJ59 RFY is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is PJ59 RFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ59 RFY shows 12 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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