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A1 VWU

2003 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

68,853 mi
Last recorded68,853 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Polo64,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 VWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 68,853 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 64,905 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 55,945 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 47,213 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2021 46,494 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 40,653 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2020 40,632 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 32,100 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 23,046 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 23,046 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 23,016 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 18,616 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 18,616 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 15,059 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 14,248 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 13,438 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 12,557 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Aug 2012 11,480 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2011 10,441 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 9,563 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 8,653 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 7,267 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 6,040 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 4,668 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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A1 VWU is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 A1 VWU, 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 A1 VWU registered?

A1 VWU is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is A1 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 VWU shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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