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GK57 RWU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,727 mi
Last recorded123,727 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK57 RWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 123,727 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 123,685 miles

Central Exhaust silencer insecure exhaust sleeve loose/slight blow (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 101,987 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 8,420 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 74,424 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 74,423 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 67,700 miles

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

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

exhaust front flex section breaking up

Pass 6 Jun 2013 59,428 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2012 48,532 miles

Both fronts and N/S/R tyres are beginning to get low (3mm)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear tyres starting to deteriorate (cracking)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 48,532 miles

Both fronts and N/S/R tyres are beginning to get low (3mm)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear tyres starting to deteriorate (cracking)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 27,218 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 15,570 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 RWU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RWU, 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 RWU registered?

GK57 RWU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 2 September 2007.

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