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AD04 AYV

2004 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2024
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

105,099 mi
Last recorded105,099 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Polo65,089 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 AYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 105,099 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 99,141 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2021 99,141 miles

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

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Jan 2020 95,495 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2020 95,495 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 85,403 miles

Offside Front tyre has cut (not deep enough to reach the cords)

Fail 19 Jan 2018 85,403 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front tyre has cut (not deep enough to reach the cords)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 80,218 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 80,218 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 72,310 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine man light on

Fail 26 Jun 2015 72,310 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine man light on

Pass 22 May 2014 66,617 miles
Fail 20 May 2014

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fail 5 Aug 2011 65,415 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 65,415 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 57,356 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 48,191 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 48,126 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

spare tyre has run flat damage and is also FLAT

Pass 29 Jul 2008 37,375 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 27,315 miles

Nearside 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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AD04 AYV is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AYV, 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 AYV registered?

AD04 AYV is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 July 2004.

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