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AD03 VLS

2003 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,445 mi
Last recorded92,445 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Polo64,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 VLS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 92,445 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 77,471 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 14 Apr 2018 77,471 miles

Headlamp aim too high both side (1.8)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 May 2017 73,896 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 73,896 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 May 2016 71,547 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 68,971 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 68,968 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 28 May 2014 65,749 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 60,561 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 60,561 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2012 53,234 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2011 44,577 miles

BOTH REAR INDICATORS SHOWING SMALL AMOUNT OF DISCOLOUR

Pass 15 May 2010 41,849 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 38,442 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 34,226 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 May 2007 28,624 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 21,983 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 VLS is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VLS, 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 VLS registered?

AD03 VLS is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is AD03 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 VLS shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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