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AR07 BFA

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

130,872 mi
Last recorded130,872 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 BFA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 130,872 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 130,871 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

n/s/f tyre worn close to limit

o/s/f tyre worn clise to limit

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 26 May 2017 118,999 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyres becoming worn. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 May 2017 118,997 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner rack end (2.2.A.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyres becoming worn. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2016 107,269 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 96,810 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front exhaust weak

Pass 21 May 2014 84,704 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 69,675 miles

both front tyres worn on inside

Pass 23 May 2012 53,442 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 38,775 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 28,577 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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AR07 BFA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AR07 BFA, 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 AR07 BFA registered?

AR07 BFA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 May 2007.

Is AR07 BFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR07 BFA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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