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GK57 OVP

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

84,494 mi
Last recorded84,494 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK57 OVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 84,494 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 77,456 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 72,275 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 69,393 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 64,888 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 63,149 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 62,873 miles

Front Lower Undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 3 Nov 2020 62,871 miles

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

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

under trays and covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 31 Oct 2019 61,028 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 55,807 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 48,918 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 42,670 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 42,670 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 36,469 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 29,023 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 29,023 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 6 Nov 2013 24,773 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2013 24,773 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Aug 2012 21,920 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 17,994 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 13,777 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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GK57 OVP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GK57 OVP, 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 GK57 OVP?

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What year was GK57 OVP registered?

GK57 OVP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is GK57 OVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK57 OVP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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