2023 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · 321 ME
2023 Volkswagen Polo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 24 Feb 2023. Recorded mileage 15,223 miles. MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2023
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 15,223 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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321 ME Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/02/2026
- 15,223 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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321 ME MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2023 Volkswagen Polo (321 ME) between February 2026 and February 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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