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AF07 XBZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

125,384 mi
Last recorded125,384 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 125,384 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 121,259 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 120,721 miles

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

exhaust blowing slighty

Pass 28 Jun 2017 116,699 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2017 116,699 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2016 111,750 miles

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

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

Fail 16 May 2016 111,750 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb in wrong way (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 18 May 2015 107,131 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2014 103,012 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 83,567 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 68,052 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 51,299 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 37,014 miles

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

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

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

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 XBZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 XBZ, 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 XBZ registered?

AF07 XBZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 2 May 2007.

Is AF07 XBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF07 XBZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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