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GU57 YUC

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

91,205 mi
Last recorded91,205 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 YUC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 91,205 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 87,637 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 83,831 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 80,320 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 80,320 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2022 77,636 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 73,841 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2021 73,841 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 71,650 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Fail 25 Jan 2020 71,650 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 9 Feb 2019 67,639 miles

Under-Trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 14 Feb 2018 62,673 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 62,673 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 57,722 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 57,722 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 52,393 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 50,568 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2014 40,259 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jan 2013 34,114 miles

Unable to see full condition of brake and fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 27 Jan 2012 26,678 miles

Unable to see full condition of brake and fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 2 Feb 2011 20,577 miles

Unable to see full condition of brake & fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle

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 YUC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YUC, 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 YUC registered?

GU57 YUC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 September 2007.

Is GU57 YUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU57 YUC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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