‹ Volkswagen Polo2017 Volkswagen Polo: MOT pass rate and common faults
45,836 first MOTs in 2025 · DVSA data · For guidance only · How we count
76.4%passed first time
Share of first MOT tests passed with no repairs. Repairs made at the test centre count as a fail.
- 2017 Volkswagen Polo76.4%
- All 2017 cars78.2%
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Its own MOT history, free.
Most common failure areas
Share of the 10,831 failed first MOTs with a fault in each area. A test can count in more than one area, so these add up to more than 100%.
- Suspension35.6%
- Brakes27.8%
- Tyres24.4%
- Lights and electrics19.9%
- Windscreen, wipers, mirrors16.3%
- Noise, emissions, leaks5.8%
- Body, chassis, structure4.9%
- Seat belts and airbags1.8%
- Wheels1.1%
- Steering1.1%
- Number plates and VIN0.9%
Typical mileage at test50,800
Median odometer reading at the 2025 MOT, in miles.
What MOT data can't tell you about any 2017 Volkswagen Polo
Outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and plate changes aren't in MOT records. For a particular car, you need a history check.