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A26 BXR

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

103,549 mi
Last recorded103,549 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 BXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 103,549 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 91,371 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 84,347 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Jul 2022 73,281 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 60,390 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2021 60,390 miles

Offside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 56,433 miles

small crack in petrol cap seal.

Pass 31 May 2019 46,889 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre tread slightly uneven

slight travel on handbrake

Pass 12 May 2018 40,549 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 36,666 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 31,118 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 28,964 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 28,964 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 24,695 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 21,633 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 21,633 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 18,676 miles

n/s door mirror damaged side repeater light out put low

Pass 7 Aug 2011 16,011 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2010 13,767 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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A26 BXR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 A26 BXR, 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 A26 BXR registered?

A26 BXR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 September 2007.

Is A26 BXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A26 BXR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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