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GP57 LKF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,829 mi
Last recorded131,829 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP57 LKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 131,829 miles

nearside front driveshaft boot small damage & leaking.

Fail 12 Jul 2017 131,829 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

nearside front driveshaft boot small damage & leaking.

offside front suspension anti roll bar link balljoint boot damage.

Pass 31 Aug 2016 114,237 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 114,237 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 94,384 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 94,384 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 76,911 miles

Bothsides front Lower wishbone bushes slightly deteriorated

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Nearside rear Brake slightly binding

Pass 20 Aug 2013 59,252 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 43,294 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 24,535 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 19,095 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 19,095 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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GP57 LKF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GP57 LKF, 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 GP57 LKF?

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What year was GP57 LKF registered?

GP57 LKF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 December 2007.

Is GP57 LKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP57 LKF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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