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GR07 XFC

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

53,442 mi
Last recorded53,442 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR07 XFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 53,442 miles

Coolant leak

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

Washer fluid leak

Fail 21 Jul 2026 53,442 miles

Coolant leak

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Washer fluid leak

Pass 16 Jul 2025 50,793 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 16 Jul 2025 50,793 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Coolant leak

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 17 Jul 2024 48,076 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 44,914 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 44,864 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 40,447 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 37,554 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 37,433 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 37,114 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 36,358 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 35,024 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 33,113 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 30,836 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 29,034 miles

both rear tyres are 7 years old

Fail 4 Jul 2014 29,034 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

both rear tyres are 7 years old

Pass 8 Jul 2013 26,166 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 23,299 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 19,830 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2011 19,830 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Fail 9 Jul 2010 15,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 15,686 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 XFC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 GR07 XFC, 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 XFC registered?

GR07 XFC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 July 2007.

Is GR07 XFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR07 XFC shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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