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BN07 RFZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,983 mi
Last recorded131,983 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN07 RFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Jan 2026 131,983 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 123,639 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 113,287 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 101,851 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 101,851 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2021 96,151 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 27 May 2020 93,348 miles

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

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

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust coroded

Fail 22 May 2020 93,348 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust coroded

Pass 19 Mar 2019 88,067 miles

EXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED IN GENERAL

N/S/F FOG LAMP LENS DAMAGED

Fail 19 Mar 2019 88,067 miles

EXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED IN GENERAL

N/S/F FOG LAMP LENS DAMAGED

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 84,506 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 83,215 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 81,645 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 78,779 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 Feb 2014 76,169 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 76,169 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 73,988 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 66,377 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

nearside front fog lamp not working

Pass 10 Mar 2011 45,448 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 28,786 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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BN07 RFZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN07 RFZ, 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 BN07 RFZ registered?

BN07 RFZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 March 2007.

Is BN07 RFZ safe to buy?

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