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BU65 GHG

2015 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,821 mi
Last recorded69,821 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Polo43,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU65 GHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 69,821 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 54,903 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 24 Sep 2024 54,903 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 46,150 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 41,193 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 36,151 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 30,752 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre and perished ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre and perished ()

fuel light on

Fail 15 Sep 2020 30,752 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre and perished ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre and perished ()

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

fuel light on

Pass 18 Sep 2019 27,901 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 24,475 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

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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BU65 GHG is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 43,218 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 BU65 GHG, 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 11 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU65 GHG registered?

BU65 GHG is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 September 2015.

Is BU65 GHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU65 GHG shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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