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GP57 WEK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,101 mi
Last recorded43,101 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP57 WEK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 43,101 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 41,136 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 39,156 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 37,928 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 36,931 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 35,335 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 33,956 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 33,060 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Sep 2018 33,060 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 32,558 miles

Offside Front Inner track rod has slight play.

Fail 18 Sep 2017 32,558 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Inner track rod has slight play.

Pass 14 Sep 2016 31,644 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 30,454 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 29,019 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 26,831 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 24,492 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 21,892 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 19,667 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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GP57 WEK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc 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 GP57 WEK, 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 GP57 WEK registered?

GP57 WEK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 December 2007.

Is GP57 WEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP57 WEK 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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