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AD53 HTO

2004 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

88,500 mi
Last recorded88,500 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Polo65,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 HTO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 88,500 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 88,500 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Fail 29 Jun 2019 88,205 miles

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

slight bind from rear brakes

Pass 9 Jul 2018 834,831 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 81,405 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 78,237 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 75,955 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 73,173 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 70,197 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 65,769 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 56,185 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 47,931 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 39,293 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 32,841 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 26,067 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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AD53 HTO is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AD53 HTO, 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.

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What year was AD53 HTO registered?

AD53 HTO is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 January 2004.

Is AD53 HTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 HTO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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