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GF57 WBE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

86,887 mi
Last recorded86,887 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF57 WBE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 86,887 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2025 86,875 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen split pipe nsf (3.5 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective O-ring split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 83,192 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 80,486 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 77,513 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 77,242 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 75,913 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2020 75,913 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 73,462 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm, and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 65,681 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 61,639 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 52,933 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2015 44,128 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 35,437 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 29,041 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edges

offside front tyre worn on outer edges

Pass 28 Mar 2012 21,315 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 13,037 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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GF57 WBE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GF57 WBE, 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 WBE registered?

GF57 WBE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 November 2007.

Is GF57 WBE safe to buy?

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