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GK07 OEW

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

46,678 mi
Last recorded46,678 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK07 OEW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 46,678 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 46,678 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2024 27,826 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 22,005 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 20,547 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 18,863 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 18,232 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 17,688 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 17,687 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2018 12,315 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 16,441 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 15,347 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 14,146 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 12,905 miles

offside front tyre sidewall perished and cracking not yet exposing the cords

Fail 3 Feb 2014 12,905 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

offside front tyre sidewall perished and cracking not yet exposing the cords

Pass 4 Feb 2013 11,394 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 10,208 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 8,435 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 6,718 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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GK07 OEW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GK07 OEW, 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

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What year was GK07 OEW registered?

GK07 OEW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is GK07 OEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK07 OEW shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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