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GU57 MBX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

42,316 mi
Last recorded42,316 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 MBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 42,316 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 19 Jun 2026 43,216 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 39,772 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 39,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 37,275 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

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))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 35,988 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 34,711 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 34,711 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 34,020 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 34,018 miles

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

offside headlamp cover cracked

Pass 13 Nov 2019 31,587 miles

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))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 28,675 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 27,565 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 26,934 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Nov 2016 26,932 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Side repeater (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Tyre side walls on a twin fitment are contacting each other (4.1.D.3)

Offside Front Tyre side walls on a twin fitment are contacting each other (4.1.D.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

engine light on at time test

Pass 11 Nov 2015 25,798 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 25,798 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both 19" & 21" AERO BLADES (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 24,545 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 22,487 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 22,485 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 19,152 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 16,709 miles

o/s/r lens damaged

Pass 7 Sep 2010 13,359 miles

Offside front tyre cut on the wall,not deep enough to fail.

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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GU57 MBX 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 69.6%.

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 GU57 MBX, 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 GU57 MBX registered?

GU57 MBX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 September 2007.

Is GU57 MBX safe to buy?

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