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GK07 OXS

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,580 mi
Last recorded37,580 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 37,580 miles

Front and rear suspension components slightly corroded.

Pass 10 Jul 2025 35,857 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 35,430 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 35,243 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 34,784 miles

washer pipe split in bonnet shut

Pass 7 Apr 2021 34,183 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Apr 2020 33,691 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2020 33,688 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 32,852 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 31,113 miles

Brake pad wear sensor light on

Front Outer Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance Bothside lens (1.4.A.2e)

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Bothside (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 26,326 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside front bodywork damaged

Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance both (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 29 Apr 2017 26,326 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside front bodywork damaged

Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance both (1.4.A.2e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 21,088 miles

both front console bushes badly cracked and perished

both rear coil springs slightly corroded

Pass 1 May 2015 16,895 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 14,561 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 12,429 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 10,211 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 7,835 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 OXS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc 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 GK07 OXS, 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 OXS registered?

GK07 OXS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 March 2007.

Is GK07 OXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK07 OXS 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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