2001 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Diesel · BF51 OOV
2001 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, diesel). First registered 24 Sept 2001. Recorded mileage 184,904 miles. MOT expired on 03 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 184,904 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BF51 OOV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/09/2026
- 184,904 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 15 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BF51 OOV 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 (BF51 OOV) between August 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 08 September 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded (7.1”; “Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded (7.1.”; “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”.
BF51 OOV Mileage History
- 29/08/2024179,037 mi
- 30/08/2024179,037 mi
- 29/08/2025183,294 mi+4,257 mi
- 05/09/2025183,294 mi
- 08/09/2026184,904 mi+1,610 mi
Average of roughly 2,896 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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