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GY57 UPN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

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Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY57 UPN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026
Pass 12 Sep 2025 87,370 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Aug 2025 87,362 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 82,441 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 76,677 miles

Nearside dipped beam image poor, bulb fitted correctly

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 70,035 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2021 61,376 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 55,471 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements switch fault, comes on with ignition (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2020 55,454 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements switch fault, comes on with ignition (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 52,272 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 47,878 miles

Offside Rear tyre has deep cut to tread

Pass 24 Sep 2017 42,966 miles

Front tyre edges low

Pass 20 Sep 2016 38,678 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 31,980 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 26,565 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 22,380 miles

both front tyres wearing low

Pass 25 Sep 2012 17,707 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 14,328 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 11,002 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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GY57 UPN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 GY57 UPN, 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 GY57 UPN registered?

GY57 UPN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is GY57 UPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY57 UPN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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