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A26 BLJ

2018 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

75,815 mi
Last recorded75,815 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Polo32,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 BLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 75,815 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2026 107,533 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2026 107,532 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2025 75,764 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 104,071 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 72,551 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 96,845 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 66,922 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 90,111 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 61,148 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 84,615 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 84,615 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 47,981 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 81,396 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 77,460 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 70,218 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 62,161 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 62,161 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 54,267 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 54,267 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 45,640 miles

both front shock absorbers have a slight misting of oil

Pass 18 Aug 2014 36,800 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Aug 2013 27,495 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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A26 BLJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 A26 BLJ, 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.

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What year was A26 BLJ registered?

A26 BLJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 March 2018.

Is A26 BLJ safe to buy?

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