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AP07 XOB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

76,079 mi
Last recorded76,079 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP07 XOB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 76,079 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 May 2025 73,115 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 69,716 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 66,513 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 66,513 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases central clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2022 62,903 miles

both front outer cv boots slightly deteriorated

Pass 26 Apr 2021 59,936 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 59,936 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2020 57,380 miles
Fail 4 May 2020 57,380 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 53,163 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 53,163 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 47,814 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 47,814 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 May 2017 44,251 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 44,251 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 41,412 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 25 Apr 2016 41,412 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

under trays fitted

Fail 27 Apr 2015 37,458 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2015 37,458 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 34,096 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 30,982 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 26,306 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 26,306 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 21,890 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 17,334 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 17,334 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 XOB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 XOB, 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 AP07 XOB registered?

AP07 XOB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 May 2007.

Is AP07 XOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP07 XOB shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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