2018 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · EA18 DBY
2018 Volkswagen Polo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 75,905 miles. MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,905 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
EA18 DBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2026
- 75,905 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EA18 DBY 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 2018 Volkswagen Polo (EA18 DBY) between March 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
EA18 DBY Mileage History
- 23/03/202335,525 mi
- 27/03/202453,209 mi+17,684 mi
- 27/02/202567,974 mi+14,765 mi
- 26/02/202675,901 mi+7,927 mi
- 26/02/202675,905 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 13,768 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Polo Mk6 (AW)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for EA18DBY.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for EA18DBY. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (EA18 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as EA18DBY.
BENTLEY
MK6
ROLLS ROYCE
UNKNOWN
SUZUKI
GSXR 1000 RAL8
SUZUKI
UK 110 NM L8
SUZUKI
UH 125 AL8
SUZUKI
GSXR 1000 AL8 ABS
VOLKSWAGEN
UP
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
VOLKSWAGEN
POLO
VOLKSWAGEN
T-ROC
VOLKSWAGEN
POLO
VOLKSWAGEN
POLO
VOLKSWAGEN POLO Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2018 model year cars.
- Infotainment & Software ErrorsModerate
Software glitches in the MIB touchscreen infotainment system can cause spurious error warnings, display freezes, and unexpected reboots.
- Seatbelt Recall and Handbrake AdjusterSerious
VW recalled early Polo Mk6s for faulty seatbelts that could unlatch themselves (up to October 2018 build) and for a handbrake adjuster that could slip (October 2017–October 2018). A brake servo manufacturing fault also led to a March 2020 recall.
- DQ200 DSG Gearbox IssuesSerious
The 7-speed dry-clutch DSG on the Polo GTI and 1.0/1.5 TSI models can develop mechatronic faults, causing jerky shifts or total gear loss. The DQ250 wet-clutch unit on the GTI is generally more reliable but still requires 40k-mile fluid changes.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.