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2018 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,397 mi
Last recorded62,397 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Polo32,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration15 PAT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 62,397 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 53,448 miles

OSF DOOR MIRROR DAMAGED.

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR TYRES LOW ON TREAD,3MM & WEARING LOW ON EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSR TYRE= 2019 YEAR,OSR=2020 YEAR,OSF=2019 YEAR,NSF=2020 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE.(185-65X15H) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Jun 2025 53,446 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

OSF DOOR MIRROR DAMAGED.

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR TYRES LOW ON TREAD,3MM & WEARING LOW ON EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSR TYRE= 2019 YEAR,OSR=2020 YEAR,OSF=2019 YEAR,NSF=2020 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE.(185-65X15H) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2024 44,735 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp on dash

Pass 30 May 2023 37,705 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 34,852 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 24,923 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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15 PAT is a 2018 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 32,563 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 15 PAT, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 15 PAT?

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What year was 15 PAT registered?

15 PAT is a 2018 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 May 2018.

Is 15 PAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 15 PAT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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