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AV07 YYK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,789 mi
Last recorded121,789 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV07 YYK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 121,789 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn N/S & O/S (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 105,787 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 105,787 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nearside front (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside front (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 100,311 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 93,795 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear (4.1.E.1)

oil leak near gearbox

service brake efficiency only just met, it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 17 Jan 2015 80,385 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside headlight loose but not insecure. Recommend replacement.

Nearside rear light unit damaged.

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Squeal from both rear brakes. Suspect shoe material damp due to weather conditions.

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 17 Jan 2015 80,385 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside headlight loose but not insecure. Recommend replacement.

Nearside rear light unit damaged.

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Squeal from both rear brakes. Suspect shoe material damp due to weather conditions.

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 13 Jan 2014 71,810 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 71,810 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 63,950 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jan 2013 63,950 miles

Offside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall but not deep enough to expose cords at time of test

Offside rear tyre perished slightly

Screw in nearside rear tyre tread near outer edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2012 54,501 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 45,626 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 36,400 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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AV07 YYK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV07 YYK, 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 AV07 YYK registered?

AV07 YYK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 June 2007.

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