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AD07 BHY

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

136,120 mi
Last recorded136,120 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD07 BHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 136,120 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear outer door handle stiff to operate

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2023 136,120 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear outer door handle stiff to operate

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 122,903 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 114,052 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 108,077 miles

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

No reversing light

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 98,061 miles

Nearside Rear No reversing light

Fail 17 Jan 2019 98,058 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure Exhaust clamp broken between pipes (6.1.2 (a))

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

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear No reversing light

Pass 15 Jan 2018 87,398 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 76,612 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 66,451 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 63,316 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 62,980 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 62,980 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 53,561 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 45,036 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 45,036 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 37,879 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 31,767 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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AD07 BHY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AD07 BHY, 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 AD07 BHY registered?

AD07 BHY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 May 2007.

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