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1511CNL

2003 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

108,122 mi
Last recorded108,122 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Polo64,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1511CNL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2015 108,122 miles

Both rear & O/S/F tyres badly cracked/perished, recommend replacement.

Pass 29 Jul 2014 102,614 miles

rear tyres perished & rear number plate white in colour

Pass 5 Jun 2013 97,654 miles

rear number plate (white spainish plates)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 94,587 miles

Both rear tyres cracked/perished & slightly out of shape.

Fail 8 Jun 2012 94,582 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both rear tyres cracked/perished & slightly out of shape.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 4 May 2011 87,384 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 May 2011 87,384 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 81,640 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 81,640 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2009 73,622 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 73,622 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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1511CNL is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 64,877 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 1511CNL, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 1511CNL registered?

1511CNL is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is 1511CNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1511CNL shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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