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DN65 XMB

2015 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

101,400 mi
Last recorded101,400 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Polo43,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN65 XMB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2015
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 101,400 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2025 93,130 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords as marked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 86,017 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 79,341 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2023 79,341 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2022 70,160 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear 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 9 Aug 2021 59,684 miles

service due displayed

Fail 6 Aug 2021 59,684 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

service due displayed

Pass 8 Aug 2020 51,329 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2020 51,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 43,870 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 38,475 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2018 38,475 miles

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

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

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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DN65 XMB is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 DN65 XMB, 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.

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What year was DN65 XMB registered?

DN65 XMB is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 October 2015.

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