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AD03 VRE

2003 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

100,599 mi
Last recorded100,599 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Polo64,877 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 VRE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 100,599 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 97,593 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 95,602 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 94,008 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 92,310 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 88,208 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 84,980 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 79,886 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened rubber starting to perrish (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened Rubber starting to perrish (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 75,220 miles

Nearside Rear second sidelight not working

Rear indicators going white

Pass 29 Jun 2017 68,462 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 63,562 miles

Front brake pads required shortly

Front tyres required shortly

Pass 10 Jun 2015 59,969 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 52,650 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jul 2014 52,650 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 45,510 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 39,256 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 33,090 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 27,593 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 21,864 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 20,306 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 17,550 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 13,777 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 VRE is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 VRE, 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 VRE registered?

AD03 VRE is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AD03 VRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 VRE shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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