The road tax status for F118 EAW is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for F118 EAW?

The MOT for F118 EAW is valid and due for renewal on or before 8 April 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of F118 EAW?

The recorded mileage for F118 EAW is 66,089 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is F118 EAW ULEZ compliant?

No, F118 EAW does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1989 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · F118 EAW

F118 EAW

1989 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 23/03/1989. Recorded mileage 66,089 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 1989 · Nottingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 08/04/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 66,089 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 66,089 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1989
Engine: 1400cc

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F118 EAW Key Findings

18 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 10/04/2024
66,089 miles recorded at latest MOT
6 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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F118 EAW Mileage History

19/01/200734,912 mi
19/01/200734,912 mi
26/01/200836,378 mi+1,466 mi
24/01/200937,833 mi+1,455 mi
23/01/201039,966 mi+2,133 mi
07/01/201144,406 mi+4,440 mi
07/01/201144,406 mi
07/01/201246,769 mi+2,363 mi
07/01/201246,769 mi
05/01/201347,943 mi+1,174 mi
30/01/201453,820 mi+5,877 mi
07/02/201453,829 mi+9 mi
12/02/201562,166 mi+8,337 mi
12/07/201662,182 mi+16 mi
12/07/201662,182 mi
15/07/202063,394 mi+1,212 mi
12/07/202165,848 mi+2,454 mi
10/04/202466,089 mi+241 mi

Average of roughly 1,810 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.

F118 EAW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 16:32

MOT Analysis

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18 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Volkswagen Polo (F118 EAW) between January 2007 and April 2024.

The record contains 12 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 10 April 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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 Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)”.

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