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AD52 EFW

2003 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

80,790 mi
Last recorded80,790 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Polo64,877 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 EFW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2015 80,790 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 75,162 miles

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 8 Oct 2013 69,690 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 69,690 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 61,612 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 58,062 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 54,683 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 51,601 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 51,601 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 48,137 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 41,524 miles

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

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)

advise 2 new tyres

Fail 27 Dec 2007 41,524 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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)

advise 2 new tyres

Pass 4 Jan 2007 32,231 miles

o/s/r brake holding slightly

Pass 29 Dec 2005

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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AD52 EFW is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 64,877 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 AD52 EFW, 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 23 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 AD52 EFW registered?

AD52 EFW is a 2003 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is AD52 EFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 EFW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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