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A3 FRW

2003 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,797 mi
Last recorded74,797 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Polo64,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 FRW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 74,797 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2025 74,797 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2024 72,027 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust back box corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2023 70,016 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 67,996 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Nov 2022 67,996 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 64,903 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 63,094 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 63,094 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2019 59,584 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 58,317 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 58,317 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 57,258 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Apr 2016 55,936 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 53,077 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 49,252 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 46,382 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 41,456 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 34,300 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 28,854 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 25,765 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 3 Apr 2009 25,765 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 8 Aug 2008 24,042 miles

BOTH THE FRONT AND REAR NUMBER PLATES ARE STARTING TO DISCOLOUR

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

PRIMARY COOLONG FAN WAS NOT WORKING OK NOW

SERVICE DUE LIGHT FLASHING ON DASH

VERY SLIGHT SMEAR FROM WIPERS YOU MAY WANT TO COSIDER CHANGING THEM BEFORE WINTER?

Pass 8 Aug 2008 24,042 miles

BOTH THE FRONT AND REAR NUMBER PLATES ARE STARTING TO DISCOLOUR

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

PRIMARY COOLONG FAN WAS NOT WORKING OK NOW

SERVICE DUE LIGHT FLASHING ON DASH

VERY SLIGHT SMEAR FROM WIPERS YOU MAY WANT TO COSIDER CHANGING THEM BEFORE WINTER?

Pass 20 Aug 2007 21,814 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 19,606 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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A3 FRW is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 A3 FRW, 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 A3 FRW registered?

A3 FRW is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is A3 FRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 FRW shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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