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AR07 HFC

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,236 mi
Last recorded92,236 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 HFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 92,236 miles

Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 91,855 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected wheel cylinder (1.1.7 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 72,426 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 60,239 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2016 60,239 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2015 46,082 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 43,255 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 39,098 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2012 35,397 miles

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

Rear Tyres , tread depth getting low

Pass 15 Jun 2011 29,833 miles

deep cut in offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Jun 2010 23,035 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 HFC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc diesel 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 HFC, 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 HFC registered?

AR07 HFC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 June 2007.

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The MOT history for AR07 HFC 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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