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DF65 MLX

2015 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,820 mi
Last recorded44,820 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Polo43,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF65 MLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 44,820 miles

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

Nearside Front top suspension bush slight play

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 41,421 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both ,and damaged (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Ns rear reflector is cracked

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface In bumper (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 41,419 miles

Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat Switch missing (4.1.5 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Ns rear reflector is cracked

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both ,and damaged (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface In bumper (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 38,643 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes are cracking ,both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Ns rear lower reflector is cracked

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface In bumper (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 34,684 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on edges and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front brake pads appear slightly low

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Ns rear lower reflector is damaged

Offside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface In bumper (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded and lipped on edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 30,674 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread and perishing on the outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 24,738 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2019 18,240 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))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 15,160 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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DF65 MLX is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 43,218 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 DF65 MLX, 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 11 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 DF65 MLX registered?

DF65 MLX is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 23 November 2015.

Is DF65 MLX safe to buy?

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