CarVerify

Free Car Check

AD04 BGE

2004 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1200cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

101,621 mi
Last recorded101,621 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Polo65,089 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 BGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 Jul 2024 101,621 miles

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

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 89,113 miles

Offside Front damege to tyre sidewall from tyre being run flat 165/70r14

Pass 15 Jun 2022 86,550 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 84,688 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Upper bump stop perished

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Has small amount of play within track rod end and arm. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively brake starting to bind (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Upper bump stop perished

Fail 2 Jul 2021 84,687 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge of tyre exposing cords, worn unevenly (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished on outer and inner sidewalls, Tyre over 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper bump stop perished

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play Has small amount of play within track rod end and arm. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively brake starting to bind (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perished on inner and outer sidewalls, Tyre over 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper bump stop perished

Pass 9 Jul 2020 82,611 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 1 LED on high level brake light not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 80,172 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Jul 2018 77,322 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 74,531 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2017 74,531 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 70,856 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 68,244 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 64,255 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 15 Jul 2014 64,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 60,927 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 58,754 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 55,576 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 51,786 miles

Nearside Rear 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 9 Jul 2009 40,832 miles

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

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

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

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

n/s/f tyre slight sidewall damage

Pass 8 Jul 2008 29,528 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 23,316 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
Full Volkswagen Polo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AD04 BGE is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 BGE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD04 BGE?

You can check the full history of AD04 BGE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AD04 BGE registered?

AD04 BGE is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 16 July 2004.

Is AD04 BGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 BGE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD04 BGE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AD04 BGE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.