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AD05 EOV

2005 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

47,037 mi
Last recorded47,037 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Polo64,249 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 EOV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 47,037 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2026 47,037 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 43,485 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2025 43,485 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Feb 2024 40,823 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 38,497 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 34,510 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 33,814 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump gasket, very minor. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 33,164 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 30,254 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 29,408 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 26,741 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 24,341 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 23,373 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 22,283 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 20,792 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 19,677 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 17,988 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 15,826 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 14,445 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 12,180 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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AD05 EOV is a 2005 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 EOV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD05 EOV registered?

AD05 EOV is a 2005 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is AD05 EOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 EOV 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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