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AP07 JBZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

32,207 mi
Last recorded32,207 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP07 JBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 32,207 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 31,910 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 31,400 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 30,848 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 30,442 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 30,442 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 30,434 miles

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

Nearside repeater lamp - casing - part broken

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

Offside headlight - height adjustment - very slow in operation [with noise]

Pass 23 Dec 2019 30,266 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 29,570 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 28,896 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 28,386 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 27,906 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 27,592 miles

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

Tyre Size 185/60TR14

Pass 11 Dec 2013 27,205 miles

front tyres scuffed and cracking / rear tyres cracking

Fail 10 Dec 2013 27,205 miles

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

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

front tyres scuffed and cracking / rear tyres cracking

Pass 9 Jan 2013 26,822 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jan 2012 26,142 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 26,142 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2011 25,100 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 23,427 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 JBZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AP07 JBZ, 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 AP07 JBZ registered?

AP07 JBZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 March 2007.

Is AP07 JBZ safe to buy?

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