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D8 TDL

2000 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

41,219 mi
Last recorded41,219 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Polo71,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD8 TDL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 41,219 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))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 39,046 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres slight wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 39,011 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2023 38,947 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Around Gearbox Area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 38,944 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Around Gearbox Area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 38,529 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 38,420 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2020 38,298 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 37,776 miles

oil leaks from gearbox area

Fail 28 Mar 2019 37,776 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))

oil leaks from gearbox area

Pass 15 Mar 2018 37,261 miles

Both rear tyres slightly out of shape

Nearside Slight movement in headlamp

Pass 17 Mar 2017 36,705 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 36,187 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 35,416 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2014 34,228 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 33,256 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 32,194 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 31,534 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 30,429 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 28,509 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 28,509 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 27,193 miles

Rear exhaust outer cover in poor condition

Pass 20 Mar 2007 25,000 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 24,997 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 23,480 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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D8 TDL is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 71,836 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 D8 TDL, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D8 TDL registered?

D8 TDL is a 2000 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 April 2000.

Is D8 TDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D8 TDL shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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