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AO56 XYW

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

153,233 mi
Last recorded153,233 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 XYW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Apr 2023 153,233 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault ABS LIGHT SHOWING ON DASH BOARD (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (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))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST BACK BOX MISSING (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT SHOWING ON DASH BOARD

Pass 6 Apr 2022 143,860 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 131,649 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 131,635 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer missing (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected complete outer sill front to back (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2020 125,940 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 119,591 miles

Engine cover and Undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2018 110,891 miles

Engine cover and Undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2017 103,136 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 96,648 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2015 91,483 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 91,435 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 80,623 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 70,338 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 63,860 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 55,006 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 43,120 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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AO56 XYW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AO56 XYW, 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 AO56 XYW registered?

AO56 XYW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 January 2007.

Is AO56 XYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO56 XYW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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