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GF57 VXZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

105,384 mi
Last recorded105,384 miles
Recorded on6 May 2020
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF57 VXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 May 2020 105,384 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2020 105,381 miles

Nearside Track rod end modification unsafe bar adjusting locking nut loose (2.1.3 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2019 97,173 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 6 Feb 2019 97,173 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2019 97,168 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working indicator in wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Boot lid doesn't open but not effecting checks

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear back box rusty outer skin

Pass 26 Jan 2018 91,252 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2018 91,251 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Outer Direction indicator not working Wing mirror indicator (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 84,663 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 84,663 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 78,105 miles

rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 23 Dec 2015 78,105 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 9 Jan 2015 70,914 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 70,910 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 60,661 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 54,682 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 41,374 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 31,333 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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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GF57 VXZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 GF57 VXZ, 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 GF57 VXZ registered?

GF57 VXZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 8 November 2007.

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The MOT history for GF57 VXZ shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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