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GV57 KGU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

22,626 mi
Last recorded22,626 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV57 KGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 22,626 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 22,290 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2024 22,290 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 21,721 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 21,271 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 20,608 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 20,018 miles

some corrosion around both rear spring cups

Pass 17 Sep 2019 19,480 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 18,752 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 17,941 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 16,473 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 12,460 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 9,549 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 7,588 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 4,564 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 2,092 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 930 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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GV57 KGU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GV57 KGU, 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 GV57 KGU registered?

GV57 KGU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is GV57 KGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV57 KGU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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