2001 Volkswagen Polo 1.6L Petrol · A26 EAG
2001 Volkswagen Polo (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2001. Recorded mileage 111,704 miles. MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,704 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A26 EAG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/04/2026
- 111,704 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A26 EAG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Volkswagen Polo (A26 EAG) between February 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault offside front sensor wire chaffed (1.6 (b))”.
A26 EAG Mileage History
- 19/02/202499,662 mi
- 17/04/2025103,051 mi+3,389 mi
- 17/04/2025103,051 mi
- 16/04/2026111,704 mi+8,653 mi
- 21/04/2026111,704 mi
Average of roughly 5,556 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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