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BG07 JYT

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

73,653 mi
Last recorded73,653 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG07 JYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 73,653 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 73,653 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged shows signs of being underinflated, damage to sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2023 73,141 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2023 73,141 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 71,373 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 71,373 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185.60.14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low prs (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 69,433 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 68,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 64,589 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 59,155 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

nearside rear tyre has damage to sidewall, suspect run flat

Pass 18 Aug 2017 53,603 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 47,340 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 43,238 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 38,990 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 35,220 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 31,607 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 27,498 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 23,230 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 22,777 miles

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

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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BG07 JYT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BG07 JYT, 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 BG07 JYT registered?

BG07 JYT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 April 2007.

Is BG07 JYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG07 JYT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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