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GF07 XHG

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,200 mi
Last recorded144,200 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF07 XHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 144,200 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 139,920 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2023 139,920 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 135,771 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2022 135,771 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2021 131,032 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 124,187 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 May 2019 118,327 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 112,294 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 15 May 2017 106,217 miles

Early corrosion to nearside outer sill

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 May 2016 99,379 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 99,376 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 93,633 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 93,631 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Fail 16 May 2014 87,219 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

some movement on lower suspension arm inner bushes, may require attention soon

Pass 16 May 2014 87,219 miles

some movement on lower suspension arm inner bushes, may require attention soon

Pass 17 May 2013 76,668 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 65,980 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Slight cracking to both rear tyres

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2011 52,931 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 37,793 miles

Slight cracking to front number plate

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 XHG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XHG, 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 XHG registered?

GF07 XHG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 May 2007.

Is GF07 XHG safe to buy?

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