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AK07 DHG

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,985 mi
Last recorded86,985 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK07 DHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 86,985 miles

Corrosion to rear suspension components

Pass 23 Jul 2025 78,154 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2025 78,154 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 71,518 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2024 71,518 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 60,284 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 52,760 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 52,760 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed manufactured 2012 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing STRONG ADVISE VERY PERISHED, manufactured 2009 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 47,498 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2021 47,498 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 43,403 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 43,403 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 May 2019 42,471 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted

Fail 1 May 2019 42,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2018 41,480 miles

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 4 May 2017 40,582 miles

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2016 39,690 miles

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 1 May 2015 38,401 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 37,103 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2013 35,147 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2012 34,701 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 34,701 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 May 2012 31,394 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2012 31,394 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 26,282 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2010 19,269 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 19,269 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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AK07 DHG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AK07 DHG, 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 AK07 DHG registered?

AK07 DHG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 March 2007.

Is AK07 DHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK07 DHG shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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