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GU57 MDK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

35,638 mi
Last recorded35,638 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 35,638 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 34,160 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 31,645 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 30,170 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2023 30,170 miles

Nearside Rear Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2022 29,409 miles

Exhaust System Showing Signs Of Corrosion

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Vehicle Has Covers/Trays Fitted , Unable To Check Certain Testable Items

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 2 Sep 2021 28,914 miles

Exhaust System Is Slightly Corroded & Flexi Pipe Is Worn

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

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Fail 2 Sep 2021 28,914 miles

Exhaust System Is Slightly Corroded & Flexi Pipe Is Worn

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

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

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 3 Sep 2020 27,730 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 27,730 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 27,379 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust System Is Slightly Corroded & Flexi Pipe Is Worn

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front & Rear Both Side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Fail 3 Sep 2019 27,379 miles

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

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust System Is Slightly Corroded & Flexi Pipe Is Worn

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front & Rear Both Side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 4 Sep 2018 26,331 miles

Both Front Wishbone Bushes Are Slightly Deteriorated

Exhaust System Is Corroded & Flexi Pipe Is Worn out

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Axle Both Side Bushes are Slightly Deteriorated

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 8 Sep 2017 25,357 miles

Exhaust System is Corroded & Flexi Pipe Worn out

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Disc has Slightly Lipped

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Axle Both Side Bushes Are Deteriorated

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 8 Sep 2016 23,775 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Vehicle Has Covers Fitted & Unable To Inspect Testable Item

Pass 27 Aug 2015 22,494 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 20,930 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 19,983 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 18,669 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 16,897 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 14,584 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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GU57 MDK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GU57 MDK, 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 GU57 MDK registered?

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

Is GU57 MDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU57 MDK shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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