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GU57 BVV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

82,182 mi
Last recorded82,182 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 BVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2019 82,182 miles

Offside Front lower arm ball joint dust cover has slight damage

Pass 4 Aug 2018 76,820 miles

Nearside Front tyre is devoid od tread on edge

Offside Front tyre is devoid of tread on edge

Pass 8 Aug 2017 68,655 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 58,963 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2015 48,339 miles

Both rear tyres prished and cracked with age (2007) recommend replacement

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 22 Aug 2014 40,871 miles

Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Fail 21 Aug 2014 40,865 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 34,265 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)

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

rear fog light faded

Pass 17 Aug 2012 27,653 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)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 21,784 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 15,762 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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GU57 BVV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GU57 BVV, 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

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What year was GU57 BVV registered?

GU57 BVV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is GU57 BVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU57 BVV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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