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GL56 PWN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2023
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

154,168 mi
Last recorded154,168 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 PWN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2021 154,168 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2021 154,168 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 150,775 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Jan 2021 150,753 miles

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Unable to see brakes.

Fail 17 Dec 2020 150,683 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/70/r14-85t (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/70/r14-85t (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall. 165/70/r14-85t (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

N/S/F tyre wearing low on inner tread. 165/70/r14-85t

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 7 Dec 2019 147,745 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70R14 85t 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70R14 85t 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70R14 85t 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 130,495 miles

parking brake lever little reserve travel

Fail 11 Dec 2018 130,495 miles

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

parking brake lever little reserve travel

Pass 12 Jul 2017 122,188 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 122,188 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust clamp broken and badly corroded and front flexy broken . (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no fluid. (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no fluid. (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 119,456 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 25 Jun 2016 119,456 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 114,982 miles

brake pipe clamp on nearside rear brake hose still fitted ?

Fail 9 Jul 2015 114,982 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

brake pipe clamp on nearside rear brake hose still fitted ?

Pass 5 Jul 2014 101,825 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 85,431 miles

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

rear seats missing

suspension noisy over rough ground

Fail 4 Jul 2013 85,360 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

rear seats missing

suspension noisy over rough ground

Fail 2 May 2013 83,066 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

o/s/r light cluster damaged

o/s/r tyre worn badly on edge

Pass 14 Mar 2012 62,728 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 37,233 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 19,470 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 19,470 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GL56 PWN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 GL56 PWN, 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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GL56 PWN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 January 2007.

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