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GK57 XNB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,229 mi
Last recorded41,229 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK57 XNB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 41,229 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 39,102 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

engine covers / under trays fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2023 36,101 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON MINIMUM LEGAL DEPTH (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 11 Sep 2023 36,100 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON MINIMUM LEGAL DEPTH (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 30,928 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 30,109 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 28,219 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 27,302 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 25,308 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner

Offside Front tyre worn on inner

Pass 5 Jul 2017 22,642 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 20,805 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 20,805 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 18,412 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 14,131 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 10,525 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2012 9,039 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 6,956 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 5,296 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 XNB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GK57 XNB, 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 XNB registered?

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

Is GK57 XNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK57 XNB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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