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GF07 DLX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

158,692 mi
Last recorded158,692 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF07 DLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 158,692 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion and pitting on front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front brake pad warning wire damaged

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front tyres perished outer edges and bald inner edges 185/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rear tyres perished and splitting inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2026 158,685 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Position lamp not working Both rear lower (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion and pitting on front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front brake pad warning wire damaged

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front tyres perished outer edges and bald inner edges 185/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rear tyres perished and splitting inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 149,919 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 137,057 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2023 137,057 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 128,085 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 128,051 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 115,112 miles

Brake warning light on.

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

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 Jun 2021 115,112 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))

Offside 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 Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected Wheel cylinder failure during brake test. (completed) (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake warning light on.

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp loose (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 May 2020 106,181 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 95,950 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 83,286 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 83,286 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2017 75,228 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 67,178 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint area (7.1.2)

Fail 7 May 2016 67,173 miles

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage side repeater lens in mirror (6.1.C.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint area (7.1.2)

Fail 11 May 2015 57,807 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front number plate damaged

osr tyre splitting between treads

Pass 11 May 2015 57,807 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front number plate damaged

osr tyre splitting between treads

Pass 3 May 2014 47,739 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 39,358 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 32,586 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 25,881 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 16,591 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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GF07 DLX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 GF07 DLX, 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 GF07 DLX registered?

GF07 DLX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 March 2007.

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