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BN57 RYV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,594 mi
Last recorded37,594 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2012
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 RYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2012 37,594 miles

O/S/R brake binding slightly.

Fail 16 Jul 2012 37,594 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

O/S/R brake binding slightly.

Pass 9 Jul 2011 30,235 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

front brake discs worn and corroded

front brake pads 60-70 percent worn

o/s washer jet aimed incorrectly but clearing screen ok

Fail 9 Jul 2011 30,235 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

front brake discs worn and corroded

front brake pads 60-70 percent worn

o/s washer jet aimed incorrectly but clearing screen ok

Pass 10 Aug 2010 26,259 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 26,259 miles

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

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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BN57 RYV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN57 RYV, 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 BN57 RYV?

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What year was BN57 RYV registered?

BN57 RYV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 2 September 2007.

Is BN57 RYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN57 RYV shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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