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GJ65 XYV

2015 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

85,266 mi
Last recorded85,266 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Polo43,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ65 XYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 85,266 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front 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 29 Apr 2025 79,078 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone bracket in centre of windscreen ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost bald on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost bald on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Apr 2025 79,064 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone bracket in centre of windscreen ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost bald on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost bald on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid bottle empty (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 72,127 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 72,126 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 64,501 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT AND REARS. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING/WORN ON EDGES OF TYRE TREADS. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 9 May 2023 64,499 miles

Brake lever pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits DEFECTIVE LAMBDA SENSOR ACTION. (8.2.1.2 (c))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT AND REARS. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING/WORN ON EDGES OF TYRE TREADS. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT/ON LIMIT. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 55,195 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 55,061 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 44,980 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 32,792 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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GJ65 XYV is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GJ65 XYV, 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.

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What year was GJ65 XYV registered?

GJ65 XYV is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 November 2015.

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