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AP07 HXG

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

117,525 mi
Last recorded117,525 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP07 HXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 117,525 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 chips (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear rear axel slight corroded

Fail 1 Sep 2026 117,523 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to foul other components (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to foul other components (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 chips (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear rear axel slight corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2025 108,894 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 95,293 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 86,723 miles

Front both front suspension arms are corroded

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear exhaust back box is corroded and the outer skin is breaking away

Fail 10 Nov 2022 86,723 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front both front suspension arms are corroded

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear tyre worn 3-4 mm and worn on the inside edge

Rear exhaust back box is corroded and the outer skin is breaking away

Pass 18 Nov 2021 82,241 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH REARS (4.4.3 (a))

ENGINE UNDER TRAY FITTED AT THE TIME OF TEST

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users SLIGHT BLACK SMOKE (8.2.2.2 (c))

REAR EXHAUST BOX SLIGHTLY DETERIORATED

Fail 15 Nov 2021 82,241 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH REARS (4.4.3 (a))

ENGINE UNDER TRAY FITTED AT THE TIME OF TEST

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users SLIGHT BLACK SMOKE (8.2.2.2 (c))

REAR EXHAUST BOX SLIGHTLY DETERIORATED

Pass 13 Nov 2020 77,638 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases REAR BOX DETERIORATED (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Nov 2020 77,638 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases REAR BOX DETERIORATED (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE 3MM TREAD AND NO TREAD SHOWING ON THE INSIDE EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE 2MM TREAD (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2019 66,607 miles

ENGINE UNDER TRAY FITTED AT THE TIME OF TEST

Fail 11 May 2019 66,607 miles

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

ENGINE UNDER TRAY FITTED AT THE TIME OF TEST

Pass 17 May 2018 57,348 miles

Offside rear tyre perished and cracked

Undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2017 49,831 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 May 2016 42,545 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 39,231 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 39,444 miles

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

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 14 May 2014 35,880 miles

N/S/F tyre has a cut to inner sidewall

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 May 2014 35,880 miles

N/S/F tyre has a cut to inner sidewall

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 26,801 miles

Front wiper blades deteriorating

Instrument panel indicates service due

Pass 23 Mar 2011 25,293 miles

off side front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Mar 2010 20,660 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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AP07 HXG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP07 HXG, 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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AP07 HXG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 March 2007.

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