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A13 NRR

2002 Volkswagen Polo

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,126 mi
Last recorded42,126 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Polo66,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 NRR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 42,126 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear axle corroded

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 41,671 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded.

Fail 24 Feb 2025 41,671 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle corroded.

Pass 29 Feb 2024 41,235 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear axle corroded.

Pass 3 Mar 2023 40,882 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2022 40,263 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Axle slightly corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2020 39,672 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Axle slight corrosion

Pass 10 Jan 2020 39,146 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Axle slightly corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2018 37,723 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 37,723 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 May 2017 36,985 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 36,985 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed n/s and o/s (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2016 35,809 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 35,111 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 34,451 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 34,020 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 33,567 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Apr 2012 33,567 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 33,408 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 33,244 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 32,353 miles

n/s/r tyre close to limit

Fail 27 Mar 2008 32,083 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 32,083 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 32,028 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 31,191 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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A13 NRR is a 2002 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 66,321 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 A13 NRR, 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 24 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A13 NRR registered?

A13 NRR is a 2002 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is A13 NRR safe to buy?

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