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AD53 OCG

2004 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

78,383 mi
Last recorded78,383 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Polo65,089 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 OCG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2016 78,383 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly blowing.

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge- passed on centre three quarters tread width.

Pass 18 Dec 2015 76,955 miles

Centre Exhaust has a slight blow

Rear Exhaust rusty

Pass 30 Dec 2014 67,321 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 63,413 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jan 2013 57,877 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front b/discs worn and lipped.o/s front brake binding on slightly? rear exhaust box corroded!

Fail 3 Jan 2013 57,873 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front b/discs worn and lipped.o/s front brake binding on slightly? rear exhaust box corroded!

Pass 10 Jan 2011 47,546 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 47,437 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside 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)

front discs corroded

o/s washer jet insecure but working

Pass 26 Jan 2010 42,423 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 31,380 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 31,377 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 24,158 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 17,931 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 OCG is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OCG, 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 AD53 OCG registered?

AD53 OCG is a 2004 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is AD53 OCG safe to buy?

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