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BK56 UAG

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

46,422 mi
Last recorded46,422 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK56 UAG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 46,422 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 46,171 miles

Reverse lights not working

Pass 23 Jan 2024 45,708 miles

reverse light not working

throttle sticking slightly engine slow to return to idle

Pass 27 Jan 2023 45,201 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Jan 2023 45,201 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Jan 2022 44,804 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (both) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

reverse light u/s (before sep 2009 )

Pass 13 Nov 2020 44,457 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 44,186 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

revers lamp not working

Pass 8 Nov 2018 43,194 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres cracking

covers over testable items

Pass 2 Nov 2017 42,249 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner tyre edge low on tread

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres cracking

covers over testable items

Pass 10 Oct 2016 41,299 miles

Offside Rear number plate lamp dim

covers over testable items

Pass 6 Nov 2015 40,395 miles

Nearside Front seat belt buckle surround broken

Pass 4 Nov 2014 39,962 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres cracking(slight)

Fail 6 Nov 2013 38,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2013 38,394 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2012 36,887 miles

advise that the n/s/f seatbelt buckle is missing its cover

advise that the wiper blades smear slightly

Pass 4 Nov 2011 35,279 miles

plastic covers covering testable items

Pass 8 Nov 2010 33,070 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 28,432 miles

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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BK56 UAG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BK56 UAG, 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

How do I check the history of BK56 UAG?

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What year was BK56 UAG registered?

BK56 UAG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 January 2007.

Is BK56 UAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK56 UAG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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