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VOLKSWAGEN POLO1995 · 1.0L PETROL

M698 TBU

Vehicle Insight Summary

VOLKSWAGEN POLO (1995, PETROL, 1043cc) — mileage recorded at 124,643. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Expired
Expires 12/08/2013
Tax
Untaxed
Expires 01/02/2013
Fuel
PETROL
Year
1995
Engine
1043cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle's roadworthiness status is indeterminate due to a complete lack of data for over fourteen years. The last recorded test in August 2012 at 124,643 miles shows a pass, but this followed a significant failure just one month prior. Given the current date of June 2026, the MOT is long overdue, and the maintenance trend observed leading up to 2012 suggests a vehicle prone to rapid structural corrosion and component neglect that was only addressed sporadically before the record ceased. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a thirty-one-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent use between 2010 and 2012, covering roughly 14,000 miles in two years. However, the fourteen-year gap between the final entry in 2012 and today indicates the car likely sat stationary for extended periods. Long-term inactivity often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and internal corrosion, which pose significant risks despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically focusing on the suspension mounting areas and seat belt anchorages which were flagged for excessive corrosion in 2012. The history shows a recurring pattern of deteriorating brake hoses and worn wheel bearings, suggesting the braking system requires a comprehensive overhaul. Special attention should be paid to the front suspension arms and bushes, as previous failures indicated advanced wear that likely worsened given the age and the rust noted in the final tests.

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50
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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

MOT data last updated: 6/4/2026, 3:50:41 PM

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle's roadworthiness status is indeterminate due to a complete lack of data for over fourteen years. The last recorded test in August 2012 at 124,643 miles shows a pass, but this followed a significant failure just one month prior. Given the current date of June 2026, the MOT is long overdue, and the maintenance trend observed leading up to 2012 suggests a vehicle prone to rapid structural corrosion and component neglect that was only addressed sporadically before the record ceased. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a thirty-one-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent use between 2010 and 2012, covering roughly 14,000 miles in two years. However, the fourteen-year gap between the final entry in 2012 and today indicates the car likely sat stationary for extended periods. Long-term inactivity often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and internal corrosion, which pose significant risks despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically focusing on the suspension mounting areas and seat belt anchorages which were flagged for excessive corrosion in 2012. The history shows a recurring pattern of deteriorating brake hoses and worn wheel bearings, suggesting the braking system requires a comprehensive overhaul. Special attention should be paid to the front suspension arms and bushes, as previous failures indicated advanced wear that likely worsened given the age and the rust noted in the final tests.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 1995 Volkswagen Polo (M698 TBU) has a recorded MOT history spanning from July 2010 to August 2012, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Across its entire MOT history, this Volkswagen has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). This is an average MOT record. Some attention to recurring issues may be beneficial.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Suspension (10 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (6 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 29 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 6 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)”; “Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)”; “Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)”.

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ADVISORY