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AD03 KAE

2003 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

46,634 mi
Last recorded46,634 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Polo64,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 KAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 46,634 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2016 42,118 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2016 42,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Fail 29 May 2015 38,029 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 May 2015 38,029 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2014 32,104 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 32,104 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake pads low

Fail 8 Apr 2014 31,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 31,459 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 24,802 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 24,128 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 20,813 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 18,273 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 18,251 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 16,130 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 15,471 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 12,759 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 10,864 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 10,864 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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AD03 KAE is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AD03 KAE, 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.

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What year was AD03 KAE registered?

AD03 KAE is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is AD03 KAE safe to buy?

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