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2018 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · EM08 GEN

EM08 GEN

2018 Volkswagen Polo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 28/09/2018. Recorded mileage 53,619 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin
2018 · Chelmsford
MOT Status
Valid until 09/08/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
53,619 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 09/08/2026
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 2018 Volkswagen Polo presents an exceptionally clean maintenance trend, culminating in a pass on 2025-07-25 at roughly 53,619 miles. The preceding test on the same day resulted in an initial administrative failure without recorded mechanical defects, which frequently indicates a minor administrative rectification rather than a structural or mechanical fault. Every annual test from the September 2022 examination through the August 2024 inspections concluded with clean passes carrying zero advisory items. This pristine record reflects a stable vehicle condition with no recurring mechanical failures, persistent corrosion, or deteriorating wear items. The mileage accumulation aligns well with the age of the vehicle at roughly 6,702 miles per year over eight years of service. Examining the chronological timeline shows consistent annual testing intervals without extended periods of inactivity or erratic mileage spikes. The vehicle was presented for testing on 2022-09-15, followed by tests on 2023-08-10, 2024-08-07, and the dual entry on 2025-07-25. This regular cadence demonstrates that previous owners maintained a predictable annual servicing and testing routine rather than leaving the car standing idle or running it into high-mileage neglect. Prospective buyers should note that the complete absence of advisories does not eliminate the need for a physical inspection of consumable items. Because the testing stations recorded zero defects across multiple years, verify the condition of the brake discs, pads, and tyre tread depths manually during a viewing. Check the suspension bushes and coil springs for age-related perishing or minor surface wear that may not have crossed the threshold for an official tester advisory. This Polo shows strong evidence of careful stewardship, but standard physical checks of the drivetrain and braking hydraulics remain essential before purchase.

EM08 GEN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/07/2025
  • 53,619 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
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EM08 GEN Mileage History

  1. 15/09/202229,313 mi
  2. 10/08/202336,932 mi+7,619 mi
  3. 07/08/202447,825 mi+10,893 mi
  4. 25/07/202553,608 mi+5,783 mi
  5. 25/07/202553,619 mi+11 mi

Average of roughly 8,503 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

EM08 GEN MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 25 Jul 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Polo (EM08 GEN) between September 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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