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2018 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · TL04 LDL

TL04 LDL

2018 Volkswagen Polo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 19 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 50,998 miles. MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin
2018
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 18 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
Recorded Mileage
50,998 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 18 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Feb 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
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TL04 LDL Key Findings

  • 7 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/02/2026
  • 50,998 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

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TL04 LDL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Oct 2026, 01:22
MOT Analysis

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7 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Polo (TL04 LDL) between March 2021 and February 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 13 February 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: Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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TL04 LDL Mileage History

  1. 11/03/202117,004 mi
  2. 17/03/202225,378 mi+8,374 mi
  3. 29/12/202225,418 mi+40 mi
  4. 01/02/202433,478 mi+8,060 mi
  5. 01/02/202433,478 mi
  6. 19/02/202542,164 mi+8,686 mi
  7. 13/02/202650,998 mi+8,834 mi

Average of roughly 6,899 miles per year across 7 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
No Open Safety Recalls

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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