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VHW 709T

1979 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1093cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,367 mi
Last recorded69,367 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2023
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Polo48,990 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHW 709T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,093cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2023 69,367 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 69,074 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 66,104 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 62,709 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 60,151 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 58,766 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 55,099 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 55,099 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion offside rear wing (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 54,529 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 54,529 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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VHW 709T is a 1979 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,093cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 48,990 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 VHW 709T, 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 47 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 VHW 709T registered?

VHW 709T is a 1979 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is VHW 709T safe to buy?

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