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A15 JPB

2003 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

32,530 mi
Last recorded32,530 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2024
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Polo64,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 JPB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2024 32,530 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 26,948 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 26,821 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 26,821 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front shocker below missing

Pass 2 Apr 2021 26,551 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2021 26,551 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 26,417 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 25,912 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 25,910 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 25,046 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 24,335 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 22,237 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 21,472 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 20,371 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 20,370 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 19,051 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 17,684 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 16,441 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 15,186 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 13,701 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 12,434 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Mar 2007 10,937 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 8,268 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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A15 JPB is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 A15 JPB, 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

How do I check the history of A15 JPB?

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What year was A15 JPB registered?

A15 JPB is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is A15 JPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 JPB shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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