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A14 NLR

2009 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,048 mi
Last recorded71,048 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Polo57,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 NLR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 71,048 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 69,408 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Dec 2023 67,700 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 66,054 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 62,731 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 62,006 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 61,219 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 98,682 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 55,043 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 54,060 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 50,901 miles

rear tyres getting low and slightly perished

Fail 27 Nov 2017 50,901 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear tyres getting low and slightly perished

Pass 16 Nov 2016 46,673 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

both front tyres low on edges

Pass 28 Oct 2015 41,669 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 33,485 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 25,400 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 18,270 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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A14 NLR is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 57,384 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 A14 NLR, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A14 NLR registered?

A14 NLR is a 2009 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 November 2009.

Is A14 NLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 NLR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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