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AF07 XTD

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2022
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,896 mi
Last recorded92,896 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2021 92,896 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 88,928 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2020 88,928 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 79,377 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Feb 2018 75,882 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 2 Feb 2018 75,882 miles

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 6 Feb 2017 70,544 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 6 Feb 2017 70,544 miles

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

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Feb 2016 66,622 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 66,622 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 60,695 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 60,695 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 4 Feb 2014 55,938 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 55,938 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 50,876 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 50,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 44,805 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 36,690 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2011 36,690 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 22,316 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 XTD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XTD, 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 XTD registered?

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

Is AF07 XTD safe to buy?

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