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A8 UBR

2023 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,461 mi
Last recorded85,461 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2023 Volkswagen Polo20,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 UBR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2023
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2025 85,461 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 84,445 miles

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (f))

under tray covers fitted time of test

Pass 31 Jan 2024 77,459 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 69,283 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2022 60,420 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 52,292 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 47,257 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 41,909 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 36,428 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 32,599 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 27,795 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 21,940 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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A8 UBR is a 2023 Volkswagen Polo in Black. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2023 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 20,856 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 A8 UBR, 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 3 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 UBR registered?

A8 UBR is a 2023 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 October 2023.

Is A8 UBR safe to buy?

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