2016 Volkswagen Polo 1.8L Petrol · A444 KEY
2016 Volkswagen Polo (1.8L, petrol). First registered 15 Jan 2016. Recorded mileage 71,288 miles. MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,288 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A444 KEY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/01/2026
- 71,288 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A444 KEY 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 2016 Volkswagen Polo (A444 KEY) between December 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (13 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
A444 KEY Mileage History
- 28/12/202251,682 mi
- 16/01/202462,731 mi+11,049 mi
- 17/01/202462,738 mi+7 mi
- 15/01/202566,967 mi+4,229 mi
- 15/01/202671,288 mi+4,321 mi
Average of roughly 6,428 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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