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1NJN896

2003 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

222,221 mi
Last recorded222,221 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Polo64,877 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration1NJN896
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Aug 2018 222,221 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens seriously defective Both european lamps fitted kick up to the right (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Under trays fitted obscuring some componments

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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1NJN896 is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 1NJN896, 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 1NJN896 registered?

1NJN896 is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 May 2003.

Is 1NJN896 safe to buy?

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Does 1NJN896 have outstanding finance?

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