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GRZ 3498

2007 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

60,665 mi
Last recorded60,665 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRZ 3498
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2017 60,665 miles

airbags removed- track car

brake pedal slightly spongy

sun visor & small wipers fitted but do not significantly affect drivers view

Fail 16 Mar 2017 60,643 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Electrical wiring insecure ecu in front bumper (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) wheel fouling on full lock (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Electrical wiring deteriorated and bare wires exposed inner wing (1.9.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 55,146 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 49,298 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 49,298 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 45,150 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 29,796 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

centre brake light unit inop

Pass 30 Aug 2011 29,796 miles

centre brake light unit inop

Pass 5 Oct 2010 25,808 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 20,186 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 20,186 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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GRZ 3498 is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GRZ 3498, 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 GRZ 3498 registered?

GRZ 3498 is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is GRZ 3498 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRZ 3498 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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