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A26 EBA

2020 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

32,092 mi
Last recorded32,092 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Polo26,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 EBA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 32,092 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2025 32,092 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 30,653 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 25,542 miles

advise(rear discs & pads 70% worn discs surfaces corroded)

Fail 1 Aug 2023 25,542 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

advise(rear discs & pads 70% worn discs surfaces corroded)

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 EBA is a 2020 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 A26 EBA, 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 A26 EBA?

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What year was A26 EBA registered?

A26 EBA is a 2020 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 August 2020.

Is A26 EBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A26 EBA shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A26 EBA have outstanding finance?

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