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B10 HLB

2018 Volkswagen Polo

White Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

113,209 mi
Last recorded113,209 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Polo32,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB10 HLB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 113,209 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))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2025 114,524 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front outer sill corroded not within 30 cm of mounting point

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

parking brake travel

Pass 26 Feb 2025 103,575 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 97,102 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 97,061 miles

Drivers seat mountings modified but still secure

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2023 90,750 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 90,612 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 86,181 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 12 May 2022 78,508 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 78,571 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 50,956 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 72,450 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f and o/s/f doors and n/s outer sill damaged

Fail 23 Oct 2020 72,450 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f and o/s/f doors and n/s outer sill damaged

Pass 30 Oct 2019 65,816 miles

o/s/f door damaged

Fail 26 Oct 2019 65,773 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

o/s/f door damaged

Pass 27 Oct 2018 57,551 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm 215/45r16 Dot 37/14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2017 50,728 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 44,846 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 44,846 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 34,981 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 34,981 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 24,922 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 24,922 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 18,943 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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B10 HLB is a 2018 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 B10 HLB, 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 B10 HLB registered?

B10 HLB is a 2018 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 May 2018.

Is B10 HLB safe to buy?

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