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GP56 PYS

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

133,721 mi
Last recorded133,721 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2020
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP56 PYS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2020 133,721 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

coolant light flashing

nearside rear light lens cover missing

Fail 25 Feb 2020 133,721 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

coolant light flashing

hand brake needs adjustment

nearside rear light lens cover missing

Pass 18 Jan 2019 127,534 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 86,950 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection

N/S/F tyre slightly wear on inner edge

O/S/F tyre wear on inner edge

Rear exhaust shield slightly corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2017 81,939 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Exhaust rear silencer corroding.

Pass 7 Jan 2016 77,708 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Fail 7 Jan 2016 77,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Front brake discs worn.

Front brake pads worn low.

Nail in offside rear tyre.

Nearside front tyre worn low on inner edge.

Pass 12 Jan 2015 72,735 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Front brake discs worn.

Front brake pads getting low.

Fail 12 Jan 2015 72,735 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Front brake discs worn.

Front brake pads getting low.

Offside number plate lamp dim.

Pass 13 Jan 2014 67,678 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Fail 13 Jan 2014 67,678 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Pass 17 Jan 2013 59,221 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Jan 2013 59,219 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 49,380 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jan 2011 39,953 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 31,989 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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GP56 PYS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 GP56 PYS, 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 GP56 PYS registered?

GP56 PYS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 23 January 2007.

Is GP56 PYS safe to buy?

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