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GK07 VVR

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

87,725 mi
Last recorded87,725 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK07 VVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 87,725 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 27 Nov 2025 87,725 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2024 84,849 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 83,697 miles

Drivers seat back release doesn't disengage latch

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light In wing mirror (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Reverse light inoperative

Pass 17 Feb 2023 80,908 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Fail 17 Feb 2023 80,908 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 76,242 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2022 76,242 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 69,597 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust corroding

Fail 25 Feb 2021 69,597 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust corroding

Pass 29 Feb 2020 61,534 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 58,199 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 58,199 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear number plate light 50% working

Pass 27 Feb 2018 52,678 miles

Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

bodywork dented nearside rear

Pass 1 Apr 2017 46,431 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nearside front tyre sidewall has slight damage

nearside rear tyre sidewall slightly perished

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 24 Mar 2016 39,245 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Mar 2016 39,245 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2015 33,894 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 30,162 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 26,127 miles

Front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 27 Feb 2012 22,659 miles

both front tyres low on outer edges

n/s/f tyre damaged sidewall

Pass 23 Feb 2011 18,946 miles

rear brake application slightly uneven

Pass 15 Feb 2010 14,212 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 VVR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 VVR, 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 GK07 VVR registered?

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

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The MOT history for GK07 VVR shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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