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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen Polo 9n. Check any Polo 9n by registration number below.

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87.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+2.1%

vs Volkswagen Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Volkswagen Polo 9n — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen Polo 9n has an average MOT pass rate of 87.7%, which is 2.1 percentage points above the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Polo 9n is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Volkswagen Polo 9n, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volkswagen Polo 9n performs at MOT across different model years.

2008

Based on 128 vehicles

94.5%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%

2007

Based on 78 vehicles

89.7%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 10yr

87k mi

2006

Based on 122 vehicles

90.2%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 10yr

113k mi

2005

Based on 80 vehicles

82.5%Good
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 10yr

64k mi

2004

Based on 66 vehicles

81.8%Good
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 10yr

97k mi

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92.9% pass rate

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93.5% pass rate

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75.0% pass rate

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60.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Volkswagen Polo 9n

Volkswagen Polo 9n — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen Polo 9n MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Polo 9n?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Polo 9n is 87.7% compared to the Volkswagen average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Polo 9n?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Volkswagen Polo 9n reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 87.7%, the Volkswagen Polo 9n is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Volkswagen Polo 9n?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Volkswagen Polo 9n?
Typical mileage for the Volkswagen Polo 9n: 87,372 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Polo 9n to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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