Volkswagen Polo Match Tsi
From 23,546 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 560 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 560 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 263 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 207 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 101 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 86 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 76 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated | 76 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 43 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 42 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 38 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 28.5% of Polo Match Tsi failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £53.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89.9% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 89.9% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Polo Match Tsis tested had between 14,727 and 26,172 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 18,412 median miles, the Polo Match Tsi has 0.055 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Volkswagen models
| Volkswagen Golf | 79.1% |
| Volkswagen Polo | 73.8% |
| Volkswagen Transporter | 73.8% |
| Volkswagen Tiguan | 84.6% |
| Volkswagen Passat | 76.9% |
Common questions
What is the Volkswagen Polo Match Tsi MOT pass rate?
The Volkswagen Polo Match Tsi has a 89.9% MOT pass rate based on 23,546 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Polo Match Tsi?
The most common MOT failure on the Volkswagen Polo Match Tsi is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 560 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Volkswagen Polo Match Tsi at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volkswagen Polo Match Tsi is 18,412 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 14,727 and 26,172 miles.
Buying a used Polo Match Tsi?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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