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AK07 THV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

67,683 mi
Last recorded67,683 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK07 THV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 67,683 miles

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

exhaust corroded

general suspension corrosion

under tray fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2025 61,382 miles

general suspension corrosion

Pass 8 Apr 2024 57,240 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2024 57,235 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 47,541 miles

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

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

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

Tested in a wet condition

Pass 19 Apr 2022 36,145 miles

Engine oil 'tar like', service overdue warning on dashboard

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Beyond service limits, discs also worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust silencer in poor condition, outer skin excessively corroded and 'peeling'

Fail 19 Apr 2022 36,145 miles

Engine oil 'tar like', service overdue warning on dashboard

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Beyond service limits, discs also worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working 501 bulb replaced (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust silencer in poor condition, outer skin excessively corroded and 'peeling'

Pass 5 Mar 2021 29,836 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Rear exhaust box rusty

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 28,109 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2020 28,103 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

mil light illuminated

Pass 20 Feb 2019 25,423 miles

Exhaust box corroded

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 15 Feb 2018 22,760 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly cracking on sidewall

Pass 15 Feb 2017 20,621 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 18,278 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 17,762 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 17,106 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 16,113 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 16,112 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 12,370 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 4,744 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 2,440 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 THV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc diesel 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 AK07 THV, 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 THV registered?

AK07 THV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 March 2007.

Is AK07 THV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK07 THV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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