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AR07 MTU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

61,289 mi
Last recorded61,289 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 MTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 61,289 miles

Nearside Front brake backplate missing

Offside Front brake backplate rusted and weak

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perished and cracked on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 60,967 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished and 8yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess split (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear sidewalls perished and 8 yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

coolant stain on engine

Pass 29 Jul 2022 60,148 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perished on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 59,978 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

engine sump very rusty

front valance rear shield missing

screenwash bottle pump seal leaking

Pass 23 Jul 2020 59,696 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe holed (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner wheel arch guard damaged

Offside Front undertray damaged

engine sump very rusty

Pass 28 Jun 2019 58,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 58,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 57,530 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 56,101 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 54,596 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 54,596 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported clamp (7.1.1)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 52,934 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 48,019 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake discs worn slightly

rear bumpstops slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 Jun 2013 42,962 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 35,237 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 23,740 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 13,907 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 MTU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AR07 MTU, 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 MTU registered?

AR07 MTU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 June 2007.

Is AR07 MTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR07 MTU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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