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AR07 MWK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

84,165 mi
Last recorded84,165 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 MWK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 84,165 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 81,013 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 77,790 miles

Nearside Front Inner driveshaft seal weep

exhaust flexi frayed

Pass 23 Jun 2023 74,105 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 70,894 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 67,550 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear axles bushes perished but secure ns and os (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear ns and os (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 65,269 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 65,269 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 61,795 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 61,795 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 57,445 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 57,439 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 53,086 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 47,088 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 42,661 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 38,284 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 34,268 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 34,262 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 29,294 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 24,839 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 19,361 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 MWK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 MWK, 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 MWK registered?

AR07 MWK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 July 2007.

Is AR07 MWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR07 MWK shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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