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AJ07 UVS

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

130,606 mi
Last recorded130,606 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ07 UVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 130,606 miles

Nearside Front Front fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 122,623 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 112,706 miles

Nearside Front Front fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Hand operated control valve worn, but not excessively (1.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 105,088 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2022 104,884 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (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 14 Aug 2021 95,261 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 86,208 miles

Parking brake lever very high

Pass 20 Aug 2019 80,039 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. HAND BRAKE HIGH (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 80,039 miles

Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. HAND BRAKE HIGH (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 71,016 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 62,531 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2017 62,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box broken (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2016 48,418 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 42,635 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 38,813 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 30,986 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 30,915 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 25,633 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 22,057 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2011 22,057 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 18,654 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AJ07 UVS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey 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 AJ07 UVS, 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 AJ07 UVS registered?

AJ07 UVS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 May 2007.

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