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GF07 XHD

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

124,791 mi
Last recorded124,791 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF07 XHD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 124,791 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 119,756 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 114,363 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 109,506 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 103,065 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 101,112 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 97,245 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav ()

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 93,687 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav ()

Pass 28 Mar 2017 89,480 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 85,053 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 80,114 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 75,547 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 67,309 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 67,287 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 51,284 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 51,284 miles

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 38,389 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 27,040 miles

Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

nearside front foglamp lens cracked

offside rear light cluster outer casing damaged, but function of all offside rear lights not adversely affected

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 XHD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GF07 XHD, 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 GF07 XHD registered?

GF07 XHD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 May 2007.

Is GF07 XHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF07 XHD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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