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A25 GUP

2004 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

16,000 mi
Last recorded16,000 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Polo65,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA25 GUP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 16,000 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 May 2025 15,772 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 15,772 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 21 May 2024 15,437 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 15,143 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 15,129 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid leaking under car (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 May 2022 15,102 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 15,081 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 15,051 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 14,907 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 14,847 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 14,800 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 14,742 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 14,741 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 14,621 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 13,968 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 12,594 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 11,190 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 9,768 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 8,633 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 7,146 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 5,775 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 4,462 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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A25 GUP is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 65,089 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 A25 GUP, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A25 GUP registered?

A25 GUP is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 8 April 2004.

Is A25 GUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A25 GUP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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