2003 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · MF53 GNV
2003 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 08 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 145,314 miles. MOT expired on 14 Jul 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Jul 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 145,314 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MF53 GNV Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 10/07/2024
- 145,314 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MF53 GNV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Polo (MF53 GNV) between July 2022 and July 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 July 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front flexi fractured (8.2.1.1 (b))”; “Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))”; “Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))”.
MF53 GNV Mileage History
- 07/07/2022138,020 mi
- 04/07/2023141,417 mi+3,397 mi
- 04/07/2023141,417 mi
- 10/07/2024145,314 mi+3,897 mi
Average of roughly 3,630 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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