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PJ59 WFB

2009 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

138,462 mi
Last recorded138,462 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Polo57,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ59 WFB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2022 138,462 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Dangerous if fails (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Makeshift plates added cannot remove suspect corrosion have advised presenter (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play dangerous if fails (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 121,035 miles

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

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

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

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

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 22 Oct 2020 110,034 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight movement, not considered to be excessive ()

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

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

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 24 Apr 2019 93,404 miles

Nearside Front Outer sill corroded but not significantly weakened

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

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2019 93,404 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Outer sill corroded but not significantly weakened

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 76,115 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 75,986 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Nearside Rear brake has slight bind

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 20 Apr 2017 57,878 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 52,164 miles

Centre Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 7 Oct 2016 52,164 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60/15 - also tapered on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60/15 - also tapered on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Centre Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 39,133 miles

Factory fitted Engine Cover.

Factory fitted Undertrays.

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

O/S/F Tyre starting to perish, in Tread area.

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 19,927 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 17,627 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 14,625 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 WFB is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 WFB, 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 PJ59 WFB registered?

PJ59 WFB is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 December 2009.

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