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AD03 KMG

2003 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,241 mi
Last recorded44,241 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Polo64,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 44,241 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 44,179 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 43,619 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 43,256 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 42,824 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 42,463 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 42,320 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 42,320 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 42,054 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 40,835 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 39,702 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 38,141 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 36,377 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 35,304 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 32,306 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 29,554 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 27,013 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 26,983 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake disc worn

Pass 9 Jul 2010 24,684 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 23,004 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 19,607 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2007 15,930 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 15,930 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 12,778 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 KMG is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AD03 KMG, 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 AD03 KMG registered?

AD03 KMG is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is AD03 KMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 KMG shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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