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AD05 BJO

2005 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,539 mi
Last recorded70,539 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Polo64,249 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 BJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2023 70,539 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

brake servo vacuum pipe has been repaired multiple times

nearside front outer cv boot deteriorated

Pass 29 Apr 2022 65,971 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 65,968 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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))

Fail 16 Mar 2022 65,881 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts lambda sensor wires rubbing coolant fan (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

servo vacuum pipe has been repaired multiple times advise replace

Pass 2 Mar 2021 58,980 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 58,980 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 57,581 miles

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BUMP STOP (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Mar 2020 57,851 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BUMP STOP (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 56,053 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 56,053 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 54,372 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 52,296 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 52,296 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 50,037 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 6 Mar 2015 48,130 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 46,540 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 44,786 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 43,190 miles

nearside and offside front tyres wearing slightly on edges

nearside rear tyre wearing slightly on outer edge

Pass 25 Feb 2011 40,612 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)

offside and nearside front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 11 Mar 2010 34,842 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 28,928 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 22,567 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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AD05 BJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 64,249 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 AD05 BJO, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD05 BJO registered?

AD05 BJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is AD05 BJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 BJO shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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