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GK57 PTX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

77,256 mi
Last recorded77,256 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK57 PTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 77,256 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 74,311 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 70,216 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 67,291 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 63,523 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer 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))

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

Pass 13 May 2019 57,538 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 54,286 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre cut but not showing ply-cords

Nearside Front Outer wing indicator lens broken

Offside Front Outer wing indicator lens broken

Fail 18 May 2018 54,286 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre cut but not showing ply-cords

Nearside Front Outer wing indicator lens broken

Offside Front Outer wing indicator lens broken

Pass 18 Aug 2016 50,502 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush bush free play (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush free play (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 45,604 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 38,832 miles

front wishbone rear bushes wearing

n/s front tyre sidewall condition

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 19 Aug 2013 32,047 miles

n/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 9 Aug 2012 24,515 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 21,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 21,819 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 16,896 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 16,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 PTX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PTX, 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 GK57 PTX registered?

GK57 PTX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is GK57 PTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK57 PTX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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