‹ Volkswagen Polo2018 Volkswagen Polo: MOT pass rate and common faults
43,718 first MOTs in 2025 · DVSA data · For guidance only · How we count
74.9%passed first time
Share of first MOT tests passed with no repairs. Repairs made at the test centre count as a fail.
- 2018 Volkswagen Polo74.9%
- All 2018 cars80.9%
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Its own MOT history, free.
Most common failure areas
Share of the 10,985 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%.
- Steering52.5%
- Tyres19.1%
- Windscreen, wipers, mirrors15.8%
- Lights and electrics13.9%
- Suspension12.7%
- Brakes10.8%
- Seat belts and airbags3.1%
- Noise, emissions, leaks2.8%
- Body, chassis, structure1.3%
- Wheels0.8%
- Number plates and VIN0.7%
Typical mileage at test46,000
Median odometer reading at the 2025 MOT, in miles.
What MOT data can't tell you about any 2018 Volkswagen Polo
Outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and plate changes aren't in MOT records. For a particular car, you need a history check.