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VOLKSWAGEN POLO2018 · 1.0L PETROL

CS12 ABS

Vehicle Insight Summary

Free vehicle summary for CS12 ABS: 2018 VOLKSWAGEN POLO (BLACK, PETROL). Mileage: 53,318. MOT: valid. Tax: taxed.

MOT
Valid
Expires 18/09/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/11/2026
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear improving maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 18 September 2025 at 53,318 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets all statutory safety requirements. This follows a period of clean passes in 2024 and 2022, suggesting that the mechanical and structural components have been maintained effectively without recurring failures. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year over its eight-year life. Between October 2022 (23,165 miles) and August 2024 (38,472 miles), the car covered 15,307 miles, showing a steady usage rate. The recent interval of 14,846 miles between August 2024 and September 2025 maintains this consistent output. This low mileage generally reduces the wear on drivetrain components, turbocharger, and suspension bushings compared to high-mileage examples. The single failure on 20 September 2023 at 27,109 miles is the only anomaly in an otherwise pristine record. Because the vehicle passed immediately upon retest that day, the issue was likely a minor consumable item or a simple adjustment requirement rather than a systemic mechanical failure. A buyer should still physically inspect for signs of surface corrosion on the undercarriage, as low-mileage cars that sit can sometimes suffer from brake disc pitting or perished seals. Given the lack of advisories for tyre wear or suspension play in recent tests, the vehicle appears to have been well-cared for by its previous owners.

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88
/ 100 · Good

Public record health check: Good.

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Jun 22, 2026, 03:03 PM
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2018 Volkswagen Polo (CS12 ABS), we found 5 MOT results in the period of October 2022 to September 2025.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 80% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 1 fails. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 3 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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