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AD04 AXF

2004 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

93,827 mi
Last recorded93,827 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Polo65,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 AXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 93,827 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Apr 2019 93,820 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stone chip in windscreen

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front only 2mm left. 165/70x14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 88,530 miles

off side rear indicator starting to show white light

rear exhaust box rusty

slight exhaust blow center exhaust

slight pulsing rear lights

Fail 27 Mar 2018 88,530 miles

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

off side rear indicator starting to show white light

rear exhaust box rusty

slight exhaust blow center exhaust

slight pulsing rear lights

Pass 24 Mar 2017 82,141 miles

centre exhaust clamp broken but not causing a blow

child seat fitted to nearside rear

slight blow front exhaust

Fail 23 Mar 2017 82,140 miles

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

centre exhaust clamp broken but not causing a blow

child seat fitted to nearside rear

slight blow front exhaust

Pass 22 Mar 2016 76,218 miles

offside rear tyre close to limit

rear exhaust box rusty

slight blow front exhaust

Pass 16 Mar 2015 68,330 miles

both front lower arm rear bushes in poor condition

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 20 Mar 2014 62,907 miles

both front tyres wearing low

lower arm rear bushes slight play

rear exhaust box rusty

Pass 18 Mar 2013 55,053 miles

rear exhaust box very rusty

Pass 28 Mar 2012 48,811 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 48,811 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 40,306 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front wipers in poor condition

unable to check rear seatbelts baby seats fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2010 33,391 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 27,313 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 22,003 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 19,570 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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AD04 AXF is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 65,089 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 AD04 AXF, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD04 AXF registered?

AD04 AXF is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 May 2004.

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