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DE57 GZU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

22,498 mi
Last recorded22,498 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE57 GZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 22,498 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 22,488 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 22,466 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 22,442 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 22,437 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 22,063 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 21,284 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 20,391 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 19,490 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 18,546 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 17,132 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 15,561 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 14,793 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 11,601 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 8,483 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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DE57 GZU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DE57 GZU, 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 DE57 GZU registered?

DE57 GZU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is DE57 GZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE57 GZU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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