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GR07 LXB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

59,010 mi
Last recorded59,010 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR07 LXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 59,010 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2025 56,517 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 53,215 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 48,160 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2023 48,160 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 39,735 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 39,735 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 38,053 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 35,612 miles

front brake discs corroded

Fail 9 Jun 2020 35,611 miles

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

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

front brake discs corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2019 33,158 miles

front brake discs back plates corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2018 30,054 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

tyres perishing

Pass 9 Jun 2017 27,357 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 27,351 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 May 2016 24,888 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 24,870 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 20,998 miles

slight damage on nearside front anti roll bar link gaiter

Pass 9 Jun 2014 16,813 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 14,269 miles

front wipers starting to smear screen

n/s/f console bush starting to split

o/s/f brake discs badly scored

o/s/f console bushes perished & seperated

Pass 11 Jun 2012 10,616 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 8,318 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 6,121 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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GR07 LXB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 GR07 LXB, 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 GR07 LXB registered?

GR07 LXB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 June 2007.

Is GR07 LXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR07 LXB shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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