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GF57 ZTX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

66,922 mi
Last recorded66,922 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF57 ZTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 66,922 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 64,406 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2024 64,404 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2023 61,344 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 61,342 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 58,557 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 55,459 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 52,711 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 49,700 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 46,794 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 44,110 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 43,921 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 40,287 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 37,902 miles

front tyres wearing low

rear flashers starting to show white

Fail 6 Nov 2015 37,902 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

front tyres wearing low

rear flashers starting to show white

Pass 18 Nov 2014 33,352 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 27,566 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 22,879 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 17,535 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 11,318 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 11,317 miles

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

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 ZTX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 ZTX, 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

How do I check the history of GF57 ZTX?

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What year was GF57 ZTX registered?

GF57 ZTX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 November 2007.

Is GF57 ZTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF57 ZTX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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