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AD03 KTT

2003 Volkswagen Polo

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

112,412 mi
Last recorded112,412 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Polo64,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 KTT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2018 112,412 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 102,873 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

covers fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Oct 2016 89,898 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 78,116 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 71,104 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 May 2013 64,872 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 May 2012 59,313 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brake pads 60% worn

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 22 May 2012 59,313 miles

front brake pads 60% worn

rear number plate deteriorating

Fail 24 May 2011 53,412 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake pads 60% worn

offside rear tyre tread 4mm

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 24 May 2011 53,412 miles

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

front brake pads 60% worn

offside rear tyre tread 4mm

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 1 Jun 2010 48,013 miles

nearside rear tyre tread 4mm and wewaring on edge

offside rear tyre tread 4mm

rear number plate deteriorating

tyre sizes 165/70r14

Fail 28 May 2009 40,405 miles

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre tread 4mm

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 28 May 2009 40,405 miles

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

nearside rear tyre tread 4mm

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 2 Jun 2008 33,219 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 25 May 2007 26,443 miles

both rear tyre treads 4mm

Pass 3 Jun 2006 19,514 miles

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

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

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 KTT is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KTT, 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 KTT registered?

AD03 KTT is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 June 2003.

Is AD03 KTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 KTT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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