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FV07 GPZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,029 mi
Last recorded86,029 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV07 GPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 86,029 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 14 Oct 2025 86,025 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 78,665 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner outer edges

engine covers under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay underside components

parking brake lever has slight reserve travel

Pass 31 Oct 2023 74,010 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 69,049 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources prs (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2022 69,049 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources prs (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 63,727 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 63,634 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 59,794 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH TYRES BOTH OUTER TREADS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 167,158 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened RUBBER BUT STILL SEATED OK (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured ORANGE BULBS REQ (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 18 Oct 2019 167,158 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid TOP UP (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened RUBBER BUT STILL SEATED OK (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured ORANGE BULBS REQ (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 49,283 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2018 49,283 miles

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

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 42,125 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 40,375 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 37,027 miles

Nearside Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 33,603 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 29,627 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 26,154 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 22,984 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 17,385 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 16 Apr 2010 17,385 miles

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

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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FV07 GPZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV07 GPZ, 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 FV07 GPZ registered?

FV07 GPZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 April 2007.

Is FV07 GPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV07 GPZ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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