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GV57 WTU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

94,585 mi
Last recorded94,585 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV57 WTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2022 94,585 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 92,890 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 91,787 miles

Offside Front Siderepeater damaged

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 87,854 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 81,258 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 74,350 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 67,818 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 28 Oct 2016 67,818 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Oct 2015 59,626 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 52,475 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 52,475 miles

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

N/S/F tyre heavily worn on inner edge.

Pass 18 Oct 2013 46,879 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Oct 2012 40,327 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Oct 2012 40,327 miles

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 32,873 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 25,807 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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GV57 WTU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GV57 WTU, 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 GV57 WTU registered?

GV57 WTU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 October 2007.

Is GV57 WTU safe to buy?

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