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2018 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · DU18 AEX

DU18 AEX

2018 Volkswagen Polo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 27/03/2018. Recorded mileage 79,579 miles. MOT valid until 11/06/2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin
2018 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11/06/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
79,579 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11/06/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This Volkswagen Polo presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent test on 13 June 2025 at 68,581 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the record shows a simultaneous failure and pass on that date, the lack of listed defects suggests a clerical error or a minor administrative issue rather than a mechanical failure. The mileage accumulation is consistent and typical for a vehicle of this age. Between the October 2022 test at 48,989 miles and the June 2025 test at 68,581 miles, the car covered 19,592 miles over approximately 32 months. This steady usage pattern indicates the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which often leads to seized brake calipers or perished rubber seals. The absence of any advisories or failures across five years of testing is uncommon and suggests a high standard of preventative maintenance. There are no recurring flags for suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake disc corrosion. The record shows no evidence of structural integrity issues or exhaust emission failures, implying the engine and chassis have been well preserved. A physical inspection should focus on standard wear items that the MOT does not always quantify in detail. Check the remaining tread depth on the tyres and the condition of the brake pads, as these consumables will naturally wear regardless of a clean MOT sheet. Verify the service history to ensure oil changes and filter replacements align with the mileage growth seen between 2022 and 2025.

DU18 AEX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/06/2026
  • 79,579 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring steering items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
73
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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DU18 AEX Mileage History

  1. 15/10/202463,570 mi
  2. 13/06/202568,581 mi+5,011 mi
  3. 13/06/202568,581 mi
  4. 12/06/202679,575 mi+10,994 mi
  5. 12/06/202679,579 mi+4 mi

Average of roughly 9,663 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DU18 AEX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 03:29
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Polo (DU18 AEX) between October 2024 and June 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 12 June 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: Steering (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ”.

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