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GK57 SWO

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

142,325 mi
Last recorded142,325 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK57 SWO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 142,325 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Windscreen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 133,700 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 123,743 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2024 123,723 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Worn on inner edge exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 114,463 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2022 104,776 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 93,080 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge and has nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 83,961 miles

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

rear silencer corroded but not leaking

Pass 31 May 2019 73,539 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 62,777 miles

rear silencer corroded but not leaking

Pass 25 May 2017 54,831 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 51,315 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 49,035 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 45,773 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 42,291 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 38,414 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 29,510 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 SWO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SWO, 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 SWO registered?

GK57 SWO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 September 2007.

Is GK57 SWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK57 SWO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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