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XGT 929S

1978 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1093cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

44,189 mi
Last recorded44,189 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Polo43,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGT 929S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,093cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 44,189 miles

Offside Front Lower wing corroded

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

slight play in steering column

Pass 25 Jul 2016 43,943 miles

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

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

Offside Front lower wing corroded but not within perscribed area

lowering springs fitted

Fail 25 Jul 2016 43,943 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside Front lower wing corroded but not within perscribed area

lowering springs fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2015 43,750 miles

offside front sill/lower wing corroded

Fail 3 Jul 2015 43,732 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

offside front sill/lower wing corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2014 42,745 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 42,745 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 42,024 miles

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 26 Jun 2013 42,024 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 41,268 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2012 41,268 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 40,720 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 39,945 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

fuel filler neck corroded

n/s t/r/e dust cover torn

o/s t/r/e dust cover torn

o/s/f seat belt twisted, starting to fray/fluff

o/s/f shocker absorber bumpstop/dust cover is missing

rear exhaust front hanger sits close to the axle

rear valance securing/weld tabs to spare wheel well insecure

slight play in steering rack, centre pivot point

surface corrosion to battery tray

surface corrosion to o/s front and rear outer sill

Fail 21 Jun 2010 39,935 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

fuel filler neck corroded

n/s t/r/e dust cover torn

o/s/f seat belt twisted, starting to fray/fluff

rear valance securing/weld tabs to spare wheel well insecure

slight play in steering rack, centre pivot point

surface corrosion to battery tray

surface corrosion to o/s front and rear outer sill

Pass 22 May 2009 38,947 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 38,382 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 36,715 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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XGT 929S is a 1978 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,093cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 43,750 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 XGT 929S, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XGT 929S registered?

XGT 929S is a 1978 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 January 1978.

Is XGT 929S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGT 929S shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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