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When is the MOT due for BU18 OWY?

The MOT for BU18 OWY is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 June 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of BU18 OWY?

The recorded mileage for BU18 OWY is 53,726 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BU18 OWY ULEZ compliant?

Yes, BU18 OWY (VOLKSWAGEN POLO) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

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2018 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · BU18 OWY

BU18 OWY

2018 Volkswagen Polo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 09/03/2018. Recorded mileage 53,726 miles. MOT valid until 02/06/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 2018 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 02/06/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 53,726 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 53,726 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2018
Engine: 999cc

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BU18 OWY Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 01/06/2026
53,726 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring steering items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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BU18 OWY Mileage History

02/06/202338,534 mi
03/06/202445,363 mi+6,829 mi
03/06/202445,376 mi+13 mi
30/05/202551,142 mi+5,766 mi
01/06/202653,726 mi+2,584 mi

Average of roughly 5,068 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BU18 OWY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 12:15

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Polo (BU18 OWY) between June 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 01 June 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: Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.”; “Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1”.

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