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EJ57 GMZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,246 mi
Last recorded45,246 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ57 GMZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 45,246 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2025 42,795 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 42,795 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2024 40,418 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 39,670 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 39,669 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 39,035 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2022 39,033 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 36,833 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

both rear shocks stained

Pass 19 Mar 2020 34,540 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 33,915 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 32,939 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Rear Bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Rear Bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 30,680 miles

unable to inspect engine compartment fully due to engine covers fitted.

unable to inspect underside of vehicle fully due to under-body covers fitted.

Pass 16 Dec 2015 27,371 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Dec 2014 26,671 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2013 25,312 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre cracking slightly in tread and outer sidewall

Pass 12 Dec 2012 23,507 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Dec 2011 18,507 miles

damage to nearside front tyre side wall

Pass 18 Dec 2010 11,597 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2010 11,597 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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EJ57 GMZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EJ57 GMZ, 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 EJ57 GMZ registered?

EJ57 GMZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 December 2007.

Is EJ57 GMZ safe to buy?

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