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BF07 BSO

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

101,104 mi
Last recorded101,104 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF07 BSO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 101,104 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 96,061 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Fail 13 Feb 2018 96,061 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 91,809 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 86,493 miles

dent in nearside outer sill

Fail 31 Mar 2016 86,493 miles

Nearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

dent in nearside outer sill

offside front tyre wearing low on inner edge STRONG ADVISE

Pass 18 Mar 2015 78,359 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 70,665 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2013 63,263 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2013 63,263 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 55,279 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 55,279 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 40,997 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 32,853 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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BF07 BSO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,400cc 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 BF07 BSO, 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 BF07 BSO registered?

BF07 BSO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 7 April 2007.

Is BF07 BSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF07 BSO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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