The road tax status for K10 RAD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for K10 RAD?

The MOT for K10 RAD is valid and due for renewal on or before 26 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of K10 RAD?

The recorded mileage for K10 RAD is 103,344 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is K10 RAD ULEZ compliant?

Yes, K10 RAD (VOLKSWAGEN POLO) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does K10 RAD have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, K10 RAD is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

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Outstanding Recall

2008 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · K10 RAD

K10 RAD

2008 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 24/07/2008. Recorded mileage 103,344 miles. MOT valid until 26/04/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 2008 · Borehamwood
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 26/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 103,344 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

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Mileage: 103,344 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2008
Engine: 1198cc

Mechanical Assessment

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The 2008 Volkswagen Polo passed the April 28 2025 MOT at 93,844 miles with no defects recorded, confirming current roadworthiness and indicating a stable maintenance record. The earlier failures on March 14 2024 and April 22 2025 also showed no recorded defects after re‑testing, reinforcing the absence of persistent mechanical issues. Mileage accumulation is modest for an 18‑year‑old vehicle, averaging about 5,200 miles per year. The interval from the February 2023 test (86,226 miles) to the March 2024 test (90,722 miles) covered 4,496 miles in 13 months, and the subsequent rise to 93,844 miles by April 2025 added 3,122 miles in the following 13 months, suggesting regular but not intensive use. A prospective buyer should therefore concentrate on the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, the integrity of brake discs and calipers, and any signs of structural rust on the chassis and wheel arches, as these components are prone to wear in a high‑age, low‑mileage example; a visual inspection of the exhaust system and verification of tyre tread depth are also advisable.

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K10 RAD Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 16/04/2026
103,344 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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K10 RAD Mileage History

15/03/202490,722 mi
22/04/202593,833 mi+3,111 mi
28/04/202593,844 mi+11 mi
13/04/2026103,335 mi+9,491 mi
16/04/2026103,344 mi+9 mi

Average of roughly 6,051 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

K10 RAD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Sept 2026, 02:16

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Polo (K10 RAD) between March 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 16 April 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: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 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: “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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