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GK57 OYB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

39,817 mi
Last recorded39,817 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK57 OYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 39,817 miles

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

front tyres just starting to wear slightly on the inner edges

Pass 30 Aug 2023 37,272 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 34,689 miles

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

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

slight play in front suspension top mounts

Pass 1 Sep 2021 32,832 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 31,580 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 31,580 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 28,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has surface cracks but not to cords

Offside Front Tyre has surface cracks but not to cords

Pass 31 Aug 2018 26,888 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 25,248 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 19,739 miles

wear to both front lower arm rear bushes

Pass 18 Jun 2015 17,453 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 15,981 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 12,452 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 10,731 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 10,175 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 9,404 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 OYB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GK57 OYB, 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 GK57 OYB registered?

GK57 OYB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 September 2007.

Is GK57 OYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK57 OYB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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