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GV07 ZVY

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

86,483 mi
Last recorded86,483 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV07 ZVY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 86,483 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 84,136 miles

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

General corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Fail 11 Apr 2025 84,136 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

General corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 80,744 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 72,854 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2023 72,854 miles

Nearside Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 62,977 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 18 May 2022 62,977 miles

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

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

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 55,215 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing surface cracking/perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perished in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 52,654 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak at joint (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Jun 2020 52,654 miles

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

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

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak at joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2019 44,156 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 40,317 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bottom arm bushes slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 38,742 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 31,244 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 30,102 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 30,102 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 26,580 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

ns mirror covers loose

Pass 18 Apr 2013 22,532 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 19,505 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 16,336 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 11,548 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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GV07 ZVY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc 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 GV07 ZVY, 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 GV07 ZVY registered?

GV07 ZVY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 April 2007.

Is GV07 ZVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV07 ZVY 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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