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DF07 GWZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

64,744 mi
Last recorded64,744 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF07 GWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 64,744 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 59,572 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 52,141 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 52,141 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 43,267 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 42,469 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 40,805 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 38,122 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 35,124 miles

rear tyres cracking

wipers smear

Pass 26 Jul 2016 31,942 miles

auxiliary belt slightly deteriorated.

Fail 30 Jul 2015 28,425 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 28,425 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 25,413 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 21,393 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 24 Jul 2013 21,393 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 16,800 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 16,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 13,341 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 9,998 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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DF07 GWZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DF07 GWZ, 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 DF07 GWZ registered?

DF07 GWZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 July 2007.

Is DF07 GWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF07 GWZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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