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GU57 FDP

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

97,215 mi
Last recorded97,215 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 97,215 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2024 97,214 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 96,575 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 96,575 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 90,979 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 82,605 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 82,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 73,217 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 67,342 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 67,342 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 59,385 miles

Nearside Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Under trays fitted preventing full inspection of some underside components.

Fail 5 Sep 2018 59,383 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Under trays fitted preventing full inspection of some underside components.

Pass 13 Sep 2017 53,636 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 16 Aug 2016 47,763 miles

Under trays fitted preventing full inspection of some underside components.

Fail 16 Aug 2016 47,763 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front tyre sidewall badly damaged but not excessively.

Under trays fitted preventing full inspection of some underside components.

Pass 25 Aug 2015 38,080 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 34,046 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 29,979 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 29,978 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2012 26,742 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 26,742 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 24,934 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 21,138 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 21,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 FDP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GU57 FDP, 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 GU57 FDP registered?

GU57 FDP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is GU57 FDP safe to buy?

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