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A8 DMJ

2004 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

80,485 mi
Last recorded80,485 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Polo65,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 DMJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 80,485 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front wheel slight damage outer rim

Pass 17 Sep 2024 64,341 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front curbing damage to o/s/f wheel

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 49,389 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 35,513 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 32,045 miles

rear suspension arms has slight corrosion

Fail 28 Sep 2021 32,043 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened snapped suspension coil spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear suspension arms has slight corrosion

Pass 26 May 2021 30,403 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 25 May 2021 30,371 miles

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

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 advise to change (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 27,680 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 17,283 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 16,931 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 16,491 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 15,856 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 15,214 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 14,625 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 13,712 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 12,565 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 11,466 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 11,466 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 10,474 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 9,334 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 7,937 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 6,826 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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A8 DMJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc 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 A8 DMJ, 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 A8 DMJ registered?

A8 DMJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 April 2004.

Is A8 DMJ safe to buy?

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