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AE21 XWD

2021 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,289 mi
Last recorded34,289 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2021 Volkswagen Polo24,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE21 XWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2021
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 34,289 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 20,312 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 18,527 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 18,527 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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AE21 XWD is a 2021 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 24,482 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 AE21 XWD, 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 5 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 AE21 XWD?

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What year was AE21 XWD registered?

AE21 XWD is a 2021 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 June 2021.

Is AE21 XWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE21 XWD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE21 XWD have outstanding finance?

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