1991 Volkswagen Polo 1.3L Petrol · J510 CGF
1991 Volkswagen Polo (1.3L, petrol). First registered 27 Aug 1991. Recorded mileage 53,078 miles. MOT expired on 05 Aug 2024. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 1991
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Aug 2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 53,078 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J510 CGF Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/08/2023
- 53,078 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J510 CGF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Volkswagen Polo (J510 CGF) between July 2022 and August 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
J510 CGF Mileage History
- 18/07/202247,745 mi
- 05/08/202353,078 mi+5,333 mi
Average of roughly 5,084 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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