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AF07 XBA

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

97,753 mi
Last recorded97,753 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF07 XBA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 97,753 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust to rear back box severely corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 90,994 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 90,994 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 88,268 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake slightly imbalanced. It would appear that the braking system may require adjustment or repair. Nearside lower effort

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2023 88,268 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake slightly imbalanced. It would appear that the braking system may require adjustment or repair. Nearside lower effort

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 85,065 miles

Front Exhaust noisy flexible part (8.1.1 (a))

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 29 Nov 2021 79,666 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 75,046 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 15 Dec 2020 75,046 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 71,212 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint sleave rusted broken clamps (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 66,449 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 63,125 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 55,843 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 55,843 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 48,674 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 43,235 miles

Screw in inner edge of nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2014 37,482 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 31,608 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 26,209 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 16 Apr 2011 25,069 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 22,058 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 XBA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 XBA, 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 AF07 XBA registered?

AF07 XBA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 April 2007.

Is AF07 XBA safe to buy?

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