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AF07 XAH

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

94,747 mi
Last recorded94,747 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF07 XAH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 94,747 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 10 Aug 2026 94,747 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 91,521 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2025 91,521 miles

Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 88,111 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 88,079 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 83,482 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 83,482 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced BOTH LAMPS (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 78,043 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 69,903 miles

under trays fitted covering testable items

Fail 16 Aug 2021 69,901 miles

Exhaust system insecure front mounting rubber broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

under trays fitted covering testable items

Pass 21 Aug 2020 60,278 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 53,539 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 49,601 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2017 47,475 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2017 47,472 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle and from inside (6.2.B.1c)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 45,067 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 41,392 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 35,171 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 29,700 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 22,906 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 18,713 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 16,938 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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AF07 XAH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 AF07 XAH, 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 AF07 XAH registered?

AF07 XAH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 April 2007.

Is AF07 XAH safe to buy?

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