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GK07 ZPR

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,377 mi
Last recorded72,377 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 72,377 miles

Brake warning light on

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

Front exhaust flexi breaking up

Rear number plate cracked

Fail 13 Apr 2026 72,377 miles

Exhaust system insecure Centre sleeve broken (6.1.2 (a))

Brake warning light on

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

Front exhaust flexi breaking up

Nearside Front Tyre bald inner edge and down to 3.3mm

Offside Front Tyre very bald inner edge and down to 2.2mm

Rear number plate cracked

Pass 5 Oct 2024 70,825 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 69,743 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2022 69,742 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 66,946 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2021 66,946 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 63,282 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2020 63,282 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 57,805 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 May 2018 53,991 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section in front pipe (7.1.2)

Fail 1 May 2018 53,991 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section in front pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 27 Feb 2017 49,314 miles

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

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

Nearside registration plate lamp dull

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge - just legal (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 43,688 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 39,739 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 35,576 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 31,490 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 27,393 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 21,793 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 17,224 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 ZPR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZPR, 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 ZPR registered?

GK07 ZPR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 March 2007.

Is GK07 ZPR safe to buy?

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