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AF07 XRX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

120,706 mi
Last recorded120,706 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF07 XRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 120,706 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front indicators have faded amber bulbs (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both front lenses cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 120,419 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front indicator bulbs faded (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 31 May 2024 117,937 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 117,937 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 111,720 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 104,130 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both side (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 9 Jun 2022 104,130 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both side (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 94,842 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 92,263 miles

Off side rear shock absorber weaping fluid

Pass 23 Mar 2019 89,582 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 87,358 miles

Both front tyres worn close to prescribed limit

Nail in near side rear tyre

Pass 13 Dec 2016 83,354 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 79,885 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 77,416 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 77,416 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 68,599 miles

Cut in o/s/f tyre but not into cords.

Slight play in steering rack.

Fail 25 Apr 2014 68,598 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Cut in o/s/f tyre but not into cords.

Nail in n/s/r tyre.

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Slight bind in n/s/r brake.

Slight play in steering rack.

Pass 16 Mar 2013 56,935 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Slight play in steering rack on o/s/f and n/s/f.

Small cut in outer wall of o/s/f tyre.

Fail 16 Mar 2013 56,935 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Slight play in steering rack on o/s/f and n/s/f.

Small cut in outer wall of o/s/f tyre.

Pass 14 Apr 2012 47,133 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 39,754 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 32,041 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 XRX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 XRX, 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 XRX registered?

AF07 XRX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 2 April 2007.

Is AF07 XRX safe to buy?

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