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HD07 GZU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

119,633 mi
Last recorded119,633 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD07 GZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 119,633 miles

Front exhaust flexi in poor condition

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60 R14 Tread - 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 114,129 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2024 113,998 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 110,263 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2023 110,261 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 105,189 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 103,414 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 103,413 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 100,681 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

advise under trays

Fail 12 Jul 2019 100,681 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

advise under trays

Pass 26 Jul 2018 90,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Wipers smearing slightly on windscreen.

slightly excessive handbrake travel.

Fail 26 Jul 2018 90,879 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Wipers smearing slightly on windscreen.

slightly excessive handbrake travel.

Pass 27 Jul 2017 79,599 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 79,598 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 69,446 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 69,446 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 58,565 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 49,541 miles

both front tyres bald on inner edges

Pass 15 Jul 2013 41,873 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2012 36,015 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 30,795 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 24,766 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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HD07 GZU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 HD07 GZU, 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 HD07 GZU registered?

HD07 GZU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 July 2007.

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