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2016 Volkswagen Polo 1.8L Petrol · SD16 APA

SD16 APA

2016 Volkswagen Polo (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 77,010 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin
2016 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 15 Jan 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
77,010 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.8L
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MOT Status
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Valid until 15 Jan 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1798cc
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SD16 APA Key Findings

  • 10 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/01/2026
  • 77,010 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)

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SD16 APA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Oct 2026, 08:37
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

10 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Polo (SD16 APA) between July 2019 and January 2026.

The record contains 8 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 12 January 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: Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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 Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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SD16 APA Mileage History

  1. 18/07/201914,856 mi
  2. 27/06/202019,268 mi+4,412 mi
  3. 01/07/202135,706 mi+16,438 mi
  4. 01/07/202135,706 mi
  5. 25/06/202245,623 mi+9,917 mi
  6. 06/01/202349,848 mi+4,225 mi
  7. 16/01/202460,866 mi+11,018 mi
  8. 03/01/202570,522 mi+9,656 mi
  9. 12/01/202677,010 mi+6,488 mi
  10. 12/01/202677,010 mi

Average of roughly 9,579 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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83
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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