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AK07 HNJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

107,220 mi
Last recorded107,220 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK07 HNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 May 2021 107,220 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

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

Cover missing from drivers door mirror, possible sharp edges.

Pass 4 Nov 2020 107,018 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 103,859 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both fronts (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 100,185 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 100,185 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 96,641 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 96,564 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also has nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewall scrubbed off (does not expose cords or ply) (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 90,317 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 84,959 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 79,211 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 79,211 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 69,868 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Mar 2012 55,223 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 49,409 miles

pad wear wire snapped

Pass 22 Apr 2010 43,542 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 HNJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AK07 HNJ, 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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AK07 HNJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 April 2007.

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