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GL15 HKW

2015 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,255 mi
Last recorded91,255 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Polo43,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL15 HKW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 91,255 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2026 91,255 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Friction material unbonded from brake pad (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2025 82,476 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 75,732 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 70,943 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 63,782 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged both sides. tyres have cuts to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Mar 2022 63,782 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged both sides. tyres have cuts to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 52,154 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut in tread, cords not CLEARLY visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 43,263 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 8 Mar 2019 35,066 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 27,703 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2018 27,702 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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GL15 HKW is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GL15 HKW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL15 HKW registered?

GL15 HKW is a 2015 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 April 2015.

Is GL15 HKW safe to buy?

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