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GJ57 YPP

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,282 mi
Last recorded94,282 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ57 YPP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 94,282 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2020 94,282 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2019 85,050 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 73,443 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 66,750 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2016 62,696 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)

under tray restricting full inspection

Pass 3 Dec 2015 57,718 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 53,663 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2013 48,600 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 47,344 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Aug 2012 47,344 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 35,985 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 26,029 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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GJ57 YPP 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 GJ57 YPP, 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 GJ57 YPP registered?

GJ57 YPP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 September 2007.

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