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WLU 296X

1982 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1093cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,341 mi
Last recorded97,341 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2007
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Polo69,341 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLU 296X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,093cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2007 97,341 miles

see test no. 904957047221 for advisories

Fail 4 Sep 2007 97,331 miles

Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyre outer side walls in poor condition

rear fog light tell tale not visible to driver. † †temporary mount fitted to rear silencer. † †slight play in offside rear wheel bearing.

Pass 1 Sep 2006 90,611 miles

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

gearbox oil leaks

h c high on tick over

slight movement in nearside front anti roll bar bushes to track control arm

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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WLU 296X is a 1982 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,093cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WLU 296X, 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

How do I check the history of WLU 296X?

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What year was WLU 296X registered?

WLU 296X is a 1982 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 February 1982.

Is WLU 296X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLU 296X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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