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BL56 VFN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

124,166 mi
Last recorded124,166 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2020
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL56 VFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2020 124,166 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 119,429 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 108,463 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 108,221 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling insecure (2.5.C.1e)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 95,877 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 82,276 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 77,965 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 66,373 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2014 66,373 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 25 Jan 2013 53,651 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 43,133 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 30,383 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 15,617 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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BL56 VFN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BL56 VFN, 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.

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What year was BL56 VFN registered?

BL56 VFN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 February 2007.

Is BL56 VFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL56 VFN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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