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A8 CYC

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

184,569 mi
Last recorded184,569 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 CYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 184,569 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer corroded/deteriorated, leaking slightly. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust heat shield loose.

Pass 14 Oct 2024 157,589 miles

Nearside Front Outer C.V. boot starting to split.

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Some of the 3rd brake lamp LEDs are inoperative (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2024 157,587 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer C.V. boot starting to split.

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Some of the 3rd brake lamp LEDs are inoperative (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 131,695 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres inner edges have uneven wear. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 131,695 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres inner edges have uneven wear. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 105,453 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 98,498 miles

Offside Rear lamp has condensation in lamp

Fail 21 Sep 2021 98,476 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Rear lamp has condensation in lamp

Pass 15 Sep 2020 96,659 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 93,450 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 93,439 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2018 86,282 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 86,267 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 78,464 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 71,275 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 63,544 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 63,544 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 54,359 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 45,770 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs lipped

Pass 19 Sep 2012 37,097 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 37,096 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 29,825 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 22,788 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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A8 CYC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 A8 CYC, 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 A8 CYC registered?

A8 CYC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is A8 CYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 CYC shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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