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AP07 JEJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

104,526 mi
Last recorded104,526 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 104,526 miles

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

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

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

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

engine oil level low

Fail 4 Oct 2025 104,526 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

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

engine oil level low

Pass 21 Sep 2024 100,252 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 96,912 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 94,508 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 92,941 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured AND SIDE REPEATER. (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear SEAT BELT SLOW TO RETURN

Rear Coil spring corroded X2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 92,941 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured AND SIDE REPEATER. (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective POLISH (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear SEAT BELT SLOW TO RETURN

Rear Coil spring corroded X2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 88,165 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 1 OF 2 BULBS OUT (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT. 185/60 14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt X2 ()

Rear Coil spring corroded X2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 80,380 miles

both rear bump stops split

front number plate cracked

osf tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Feb 2018 73,052 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)

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

Fail 26 Feb 2018 73,052 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 66,125 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 60,727 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 57,458 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 50,249 miles

parking brake travel

Pass 15 Feb 2013 44,424 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 44,421 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 41,203 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 35,319 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 28,215 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 28,215 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 JEJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 JEJ, 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 JEJ registered?

AP07 JEJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 April 2007.

Is AP07 JEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP07 JEJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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