Volkswagen Polo S (2014)
2014 Volkswagen Polo S
CarHunch analysed 102 real MOT records for the 2014 Volkswagen Polo S. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Volkswagen Polo S passes its MOT on the first attempt 78.2% of the time, just slightly below the UK average of 80%, which suggests broadly average reliability for its age. Encouragingly, none of the 102 vehicles analysed have ever shown a dangerous defect, making this a safe used buy from a structural or critical systems perspective.
These Polos are showing modest mileage for a 2014 model at an average of 60,194 miles, and with an average of only 0.48 failures per vehicle, most owners won't face major repair bills at test time. If you're considering one, have an independent inspection focus on any outstanding advisories and run a detailed history check, since the near-zero advisory count suggests either light use or a population where minor wear hasn't yet surfaced.
What to check before buying a 2014 Volkswagen Polo S
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (86%) | 88 | 90.6% | 0.56 |
| Petrol (14%) | 14 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Volkswagen Polo S vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2014 Volkswagen Polo S vehicles fall between 42,027 and 71,614 miles.
2014 Volkswagen Polo S — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 75 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
MOT History Averages
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