2001 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Diesel · SP51 HDX
2001 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2001. Recorded mileage 64,293 miles. MOT expired on 26 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 64,293 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SP51 HDX Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2024
- 64,293 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SP51 HDX 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 2001 Volkswagen Polo (SP51 HDX) between May 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 May 2024 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: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (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.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak pipe at catalyst box corroded and leaking (8.2.2.1 (b))”; “Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stre”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
SP51 HDX Mileage History
- 23/05/202251,237 mi
- 22/05/202353,273 mi+2,036 mi
- 17/05/202464,228 mi+10,955 mi
- 28/05/202464,293 mi+65 mi
Average of roughly 6,479 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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