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27 SSV

2020 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,780 mi
Last recorded19,780 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Polo26,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration27 SSV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 19,780 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2025 19,739 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 17,469 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 14,009 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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27 SSV is a 2020 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2020 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 26,446 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 27 SSV, 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 6 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 27 SSV?

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What year was 27 SSV registered?

27 SSV is a 2020 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 July 2020.

Is 27 SSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 27 SSV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 27 SSV have outstanding finance?

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