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2018 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · KT18 UNP

KT18 UNP

2018 Volkswagen Polo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01/05/2018. Recorded mileage 38,636 miles. MOT valid until 14/11/2026. Taxed until 01/11/2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin
2018 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 14/11/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/11/2026)
Recorded Mileage
38,636 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 14/11/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/11/2026
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.

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent inspection in November 2025 at 38,636 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory following a significant failure in late 2024. While the 2024 test revealed multiple urgent safety issues, the subsequent clean pass indicates that the owner addressed the necessary repairs to bring the car back to standard. The mileage profile is low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with 5,506 miles driven between November 2023 and November 2024, and another 5,388 miles covered by November 2025. This low mileage suggests limited mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, though it can sometimes lead to dry rot in rubber components or brake corrosion if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should perform a close physical inspection of the front suspension, specifically focusing on the steering components. The 2024 failure noted an excessively damaged nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover, which indicates a potential for premature joint wear if not monitored. Additionally, the 2024 record flagged structural sidewall bulges on two rear inner tyres and low tread on the front; you must verify that the current tyres are of adequate age and show no signs of structural failure or uneven wear.

KT18 UNP Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/11/2025
  • 38,636 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
68
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
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KT18 UNP Mileage History

  1. 26/05/202326,724 mi
  2. 15/11/202329,742 mi+3,018 mi
  3. 11/11/202433,248 mi+3,506 mi
  4. 11/11/202433,248 mi
  5. 11/11/202538,636 mi+5,388 mi

Average of roughly 4,835 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KT18 UNP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 01:26
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Polo (KT18 UNP) between May 2023 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 11 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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

In total 3 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: “Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingre”.

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