VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 8,626 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
8,626
Avg Mileage
26,359 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.
At 3 years old, 92% of VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 8,626 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 26,359 miles.
How does the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO has 26,359 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO by Year
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About the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO
The 2021 VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 8,626 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 26,359 miles at 3 years old, VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO Fuel Costs
The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. With 8,626 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO
The VOLKSWAGEN POLO MATCH EVO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (-1%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (same) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-4%) from 68,639 tests
- MINI COOPER (2019) 92% pass rate (same) from 52,140 tests