2014 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · R99 CBN
2014 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 21 Mar 2014. Recorded mileage 98,110 miles. MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,110 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R99 CBN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
- 98,110 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R99 CBN 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 2014 Volkswagen Polo (R99 CBN) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
R99 CBN Mileage History
- 01/03/202267,304 mi
- 14/03/202374,352 mi+7,048 mi
- 22/03/202481,596 mi+7,244 mi
- 10/03/202589,652 mi+8,056 mi
- 17/03/202698,110 mi+8,458 mi
Average of roughly 7,619 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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