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A18 RVH

2008 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

72,324 mi
Last recorded72,324 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Polo60,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 RVH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 72,324 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2025 72,324 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Middle section sleeve corroded and broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 65,607 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 57,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 51,819 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 42,560 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 33,276 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 28,505 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 19,573 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 16,039 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 11,455 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 9,881 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 8,721 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 7,239 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 6,170 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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A18 RVH is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 60,898 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 A18 RVH, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A18 RVH?

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What year was A18 RVH registered?

A18 RVH is a 2008 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 October 2008.

Is A18 RVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 RVH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A18 RVH have outstanding finance?

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