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AD04 EFM

2004 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

33,032 mi
Last recorded33,032 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Polo65,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 EFM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 33,032 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 32,639 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear tailgate wiper blade not clearing the rear windscreen properly

Pass 24 Jun 2023 32,013 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 31,742 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 31,247 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 30,820 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 30,469 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 30,469 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 29,957 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 29,510 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 28,906 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 28,029 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 27,177 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 26,059 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 24,844 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 23,748 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 22,417 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 20,601 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 18,944 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 18,944 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 17,010 miles

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

Offside 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 EFM is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 EFM, 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

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What year was AD04 EFM registered?

AD04 EFM is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 June 2004.

Is AD04 EFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 EFM shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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