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BT71 UVJ

2021 Volkswagen Polo Life

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,903 mi
Last recorded27,903 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2021 Volkswagen Polo Life24,356 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT71 UVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo Life
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 27,903 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 20,625 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2025 20,625 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo Life?

Based on 6,008 MOT tests across 4,683 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
6,330
Miles/Year
4,683
On UK Roads
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BT71 UVJ is a 2021 Volkswagen Polo Life in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 Volkswagen Polo Life models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 24,356 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BT71 UVJ?

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What year was BT71 UVJ registered?

BT71 UVJ is a 2021 Volkswagen Polo Life, first registered on 15 December 2021.

Is BT71 UVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT71 UVJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BT71 UVJ have outstanding finance?

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