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DK15 SVU

2015 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,464 mi
Last recorded98,464 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Polo43,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK15 SVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 98,464 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2006 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2005 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2025 98,456 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both headlights aim is low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective will not extend (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2006 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2005 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear exhaust shield insecure

Pass 30 Aug 2024 92,102 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 80,476 miles

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

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

under tray fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2022 72,119 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 68,091 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 59,926 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 48,006 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 31 Aug 2018 36,999 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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DK15 SVU is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo in Black 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 DK15 SVU, 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 DK15 SVU registered?

DK15 SVU is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 May 2015.

Is DK15 SVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK15 SVU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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