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AK07 WEF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

147,355 mi
Last recorded147,355 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK07 WEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2024 147,355 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 129,467 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2023 129,456 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 90,785 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 84,790 miles

Coolant leak radiator and some various components on radiator ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi section (front pipe) (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake discs worn very close to minimum thickness indicator. strongly advise thickness measurement check

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged slight damage to unit (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

service lamp illuminated indicating service due

under trays fitted as standard obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Aug 2020 84,790 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak radiator and some various components on radiator ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi section (front pipe) (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake discs worn very close to minimum thickness indicator. strongly advise thickness measurement check

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged slight damage to unit (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

service lamp illuminated indicating service due

under trays fitted as standard obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2019 78,155 miles

FRONT FLEX PIPE BLOWING ON EXHAUST

Fail 13 Aug 2019 78,155 miles

FRONT FLEX PIPE BLOWING ON EXHAUST

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

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 66,586 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 55,993 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 55,993 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 46,913 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 42,123 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 28,726 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 28,113 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 24,876 miles

n/s front tyre close to limit

Pass 9 May 2011 21,950 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 18,781 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 WEF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WEF, 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 WEF registered?

AK07 WEF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 June 2007.

Is AK07 WEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK07 WEF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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