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BG57 WHU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

91,527 mi
Last recorded91,527 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG57 WHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2023 91,527 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 86,835 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 79,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jan 2021 79,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 73,155 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 73,137 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2019 65,810 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 65,810 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 58,063 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 49,128 miles

Front Suspension arm bushes not fitted in accordance with manufacturer but no excess movement

Rear Both tyres perished/cracking with age.

Pass 18 Nov 2015 42,752 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 36,500 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 31,634 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

movement front suspension rear bushes both sides

Pass 5 Nov 2012 27,080 miles

service light on

Pass 4 Nov 2011 21,433 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 15,592 miles

service light on

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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BG57 WHU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 62,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG57 WHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG57 WHU registered?

BG57 WHU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 16 October 2007.

Is BG57 WHU safe to buy?

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