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A7 DOT

2017 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,786 mi
Last recorded42,786 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Polo35,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 DOT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2026 42,786 miles

Nearside Front D,R,L inoperative

Pass 17 Feb 2025 38,365 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 33,028 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 20 Feb 2023 28,112 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 23,480 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 19,149 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020

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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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A7 DOT is a 2017 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 35,520 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 A7 DOT, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A7 DOT?

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What year was A7 DOT registered?

A7 DOT is a 2017 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 June 2017.

Is A7 DOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 DOT shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A7 DOT have outstanding finance?

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