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GP07 RGO

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

106,166 mi
Last recorded106,166 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP07 RGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 106,166 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 97,612 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

radiator lower mounts broken

Fail 30 Jun 2022 97,607 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Coolant leak radiator ()

Lower radiator mounts broken

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 90,796 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 90,796 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases sleeve (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 78,875 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 70,116 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both ns and os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

light corrosion to some underbody components

undercarriage trays / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Fail 21 Jul 2018 70,115 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment readings: 100 / 80 eff = 13% (1.1.6 (c))

Registration plate inscription illegible fogged up / coated. front and rear (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed wires exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed wires exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Coil spring corroded both ns and os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

light corrosion to some underbody components

service brake efficiency ONLY JUST MET at 50%. It would appear that the REAR braking system requires adjustment or repair.

undercarriage trays / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

Pass 18 May 2017 58,861 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 58,861 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 51,508 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 49,211 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jun 2015 49,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

long handbrake travel

o/s/r tyre badly cracked

Pass 30 Jun 2014 44,153 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 34,309 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2012 25,342 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 20,054 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 13,752 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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GP07 RGO 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 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GP07 RGO, 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.

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What year was GP07 RGO registered?

GP07 RGO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 May 2007.

Is GP07 RGO safe to buy?

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