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AK07 YJV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

37,398 mi
Last recorded37,398 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 37,398 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 36,622 miles

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

both front wipers smearing and juddering ok at time of test

Pass 1 May 2024 35,947 miles

Nearside Front 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 25 Apr 2023 35,135 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2022 34,605 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 34,604 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 33,912 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 33,401 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 32,430 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 32,430 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 31,114 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 29,105 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 27,173 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 25,726 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 24,284 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 22,825 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 21,187 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 19,408 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 17,760 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 YJV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YJV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK07 YJV registered?

AK07 YJV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 23 May 2007.

Is AK07 YJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK07 YJV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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