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GL57 HGM

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

95,139 mi
Last recorded95,139 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 HGM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 95,139 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 2 May 2018 95,139 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 2 May 2017 90,253 miles

Both rear shock absorber dust covers detached

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 2 May 2017 90,253 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Both rear shock absorber dust covers detached

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 5 May 2016 82,827 miles

Both rear shock absorber bump stops detached.

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 74,386 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 74,386 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 65,468 miles

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

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

o/s/r bump stop broken

Pass 15 Mar 2013 56,701 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Oct 2011 44,469 miles

both front console bushes split/perished

handbrake pulls up high

Pass 13 Nov 2010 31,927 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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GL57 HGM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GL57 HGM, 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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What year was GL57 HGM registered?

GL57 HGM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 November 2007.

Is GL57 HGM safe to buy?

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