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A6 SJS

2004 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

22,563 mi
Last recorded22,563 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Polo65,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 SJS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 22,563 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 22,319 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush to rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 21,997 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 21,509 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 21,306 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 21,306 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 21,008 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 19,952 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 19,289 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 18,473 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 17,604 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 16,360 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 15,347 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 14,502 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 13,056 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 11,162 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 8,732 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 6,730 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 5,457 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 4,456 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 3,475 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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A6 SJS is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 A6 SJS, 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 A6 SJS registered?

A6 SJS is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is A6 SJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 SJS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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