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TSS 664X

1982 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1093cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

55,103 mi
Last recorded55,103 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2021
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Polo69,341 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSS 664X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,093cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2021 55,103 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 55,103 miles

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2020 54,526 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 53,584 miles

Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 53,456 miles

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 53,169 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both rear shockers (2.7.2a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

slight play in steering

vehicle under sealed

Pass 8 Feb 2016 52,959 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

all brake pipes coated in grease

oil leak

Pass 17 Feb 2015 52,672 miles

All brake pipes greased

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

vehicle undersealed

Pass 5 Feb 2014 52,337 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 52,052 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

hard corrosion o/s/r outer sill/arch

Pass 8 Feb 2012 51,701 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 51,086 miles

n/s rear brake readings slightly low,suspect wheel cylinder leaking

Pass 26 Jan 2010 50,261 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 49,256 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s rear sill starting to corrode

Pass 4 Feb 2008 48,868 miles

pin hole in n/s c.v gator,pin hole in rear exhaust.

Pass 5 Feb 2007 48,426 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 47,736 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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TSS 664X is a 1982 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,093cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 69,341 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 TSS 664X, 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 44 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TSS 664X registered?

TSS 664X is a 1982 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 March 1982.

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