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GK57 OVT

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,925 mi
Last recorded71,925 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK57 OVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 71,925 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 60,870 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine cover and undertrays

Fail 2 Sep 2016 60,870 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine cover and undertrays

Pass 2 Sep 2015 44,640 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Sep 2015 44,640 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 33,602 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 30,126 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front wipers smears slightly

Fail 4 Sep 2012 25,526 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2012 25,526 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2011 19,560 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front tyres wearing on inner edge

front wiper blades slightly det

Pass 31 Aug 2010 14,045 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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GK57 OVT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GK57 OVT, 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.

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What year was GK57 OVT registered?

GK57 OVT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 September 2007.

Is GK57 OVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK57 OVT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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