1996 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · P178 AAW
1996 Volkswagen Polo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01/10/1996. Recorded mileage 75,228 miles. MOT valid until 25/05/2027. Taxed until 01/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/05/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/01/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,228 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1996
- Engine
- 999cc
P178 AAW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 75,228 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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.
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P178 AAW Mileage History
- 27/05/202259,168 mi
- 23/05/202364,722 mi+5,554 mi
- 24/05/202469,201 mi+4,479 mi
- 27/05/202572,905 mi+3,704 mi
- 22/05/202675,228 mi+2,323 mi
Average of roughly 4,029 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
P178 AAW 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 1996 Volkswagen Polo (P178 AAW) between May 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
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