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20 SEB

2019 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,706 mi
Last recorded38,706 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2019 Volkswagen Polo29,277 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration20 SEB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2019
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 38,706 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2026 38,705 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 34,814 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 34,814 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 30,820 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 28,350 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 23,225 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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20 SEB is a 2019 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2019 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 29,277 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 20 SEB, 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 7 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 20 SEB?

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What year was 20 SEB registered?

20 SEB is a 2019 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 May 2019.

Is 20 SEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 20 SEB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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