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GJ57 OFR

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,411 mi
Last recorded63,411 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ57 OFR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 63,411 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut but not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 61,393 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 59,309 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 59,307 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 57,194 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 54,970 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 53,411 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 53,408 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 51,505 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 48,584 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 45,458 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 42,619 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 39,684 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Aug 2014 35,957 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 31,831 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 26,689 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 22,362 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 18,048 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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GJ57 OFR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc 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 GJ57 OFR, 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 GJ57 OFR?

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What year was GJ57 OFR registered?

GJ57 OFR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 September 2007.

Is GJ57 OFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ57 OFR 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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