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GL56 MLJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,649 mi
Last recorded65,649 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 MLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 65,649 miles

Rear axle has slight corrosion

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

Pass 22 Dec 2023 56,300 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 44,128 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Aug 2022 44,089 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 31,392 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2021 31,392 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 28,266 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 24,559 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and o/s/r perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 23,257 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and o/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 21,780 miles

Nearside Front and o/s/f tyre valves slightly perished

Nearside Front o/s/f , n/s/r and o/s/r tyre slightly perished

Pass 12 Jul 2016 18,448 miles

Front and rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 15 Jul 2015 16,606 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 15,881 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 14,247 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 12,590 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 11,083 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 9,531 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 7,830 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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GL56 MLJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GL56 MLJ, 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 GL56 MLJ registered?

GL56 MLJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 January 2007.

Is GL56 MLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL56 MLJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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