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GL56 PXJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

62,158 mi
Last recorded62,158 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 PXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 62,158 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 59,390 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))

coolant leak

Fail 13 Sep 2024 59,390 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))

coolant leak

Pass 1 Jul 2023 54,689 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 51,787 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 49,427 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 46,497 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 46,497 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 44,685 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 42,966 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 39,113 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 35,023 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 26,828 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 20,684 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 20,683 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 18,597 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 11,993 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 8,661 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 6,013 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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GL56 PXJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GL56 PXJ, 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

How do I check the history of GL56 PXJ?

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What year was GL56 PXJ registered?

GL56 PXJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 January 2007.

Is GL56 PXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL56 PXJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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