2010 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · SL10 FMD
2010 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 25 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 70,706 miles. MOT expired on 29 Sept 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Sept 2024
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (08 Oct 2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,706 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SL10 FMD Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 24/09/2024
- 70,706 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 17 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SL10 FMD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volkswagen Polo (SL10 FMD) between September 2022 and September 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 September 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (16 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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 Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened lower spring seat (axle) (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly r”; “Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly re”.
SL10 FMD Mileage History
- 01/09/202266,824 mi
- 06/09/202367,904 mi+1,080 mi
- 15/09/202367,913 mi+9 mi
- 24/09/202470,706 mi+2,793 mi
Average of roughly 1,881 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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