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DNZ 6902

1996 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

110,833 mi
Last recorded110,833 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2014
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Polo83,865 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNZ 6902
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2014 110,833 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 110,831 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 104,930 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 97,340 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 90,072 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 83,042 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 73,688 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 65,562 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 58,933 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 52,875 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 48,743 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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DNZ 6902 is a 1996 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 83,865 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 DNZ 6902, 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 30 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 DNZ 6902?

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What year was DNZ 6902 registered?

DNZ 6902 is a 1996 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 August 1996.

Is DNZ 6902 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNZ 6902 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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