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AR07 HFE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

84,736 mi
Last recorded84,736 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 HFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 84,736 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section around entrance to box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2026 84,713 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section around entrance to box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 83,046 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 80,255 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 77,195 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 74,297 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 69,424 miles

Both rear tyres slightly cut on tread

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 64,818 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 61,170 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges of tread

Pass 13 Jun 2018 57,599 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 53,683 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 49,043 miles

Exhaust front flexi joint slightly deteriorated

Front tyres wearing on inner edges of tread

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 44,089 miles

Exhaust centre clamps corroded thin

Exhaust front flexi joint slightly deteriorated

Fail 17 Jun 2015 44,072 miles

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

Exhaust centre clamps corroded thin

Exhaust front flexi joint slightly deteriorated

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 17 Jun 2014 39,317 miles

Both front lower suspension arms inner rear bushes slightly perished/split

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 32,106 miles

Exhaust front flexi joint slightly deteriorated

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 24,761 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges of tread

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 18,883 miles

Nearside front tyre slightly cut on inner sidewall

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 13,704 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 18 Jun 2010 13,704 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 HFE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black 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 AR07 HFE, 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 AR07 HFE registered?

AR07 HFE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 June 2007.

Is AR07 HFE safe to buy?

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