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BN07 VCL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

55,268 mi
Last recorded55,268 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN07 VCL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 55,268 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting in grooves both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 52,751 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2024 50,521 miles

Exhaust Back Box Corroded

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 25 Jul 2024 50,521 miles

Exhaust Back Box Corroded

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 48,558 miles

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 27 Jul 2022 46,635 miles

under covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Fail 27 Jul 2022 46,635 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

under covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 28 Jul 2021 44,524 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 43,354 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear exhaust back box deteriorated

under body covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 10 Jul 2019 41,089 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm slight cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm low edges (5.2.3 (e))

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 1 Aug 2018 40,131 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 39,082 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking to inner sidewall

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

Offside Rear tyre cracking to tread

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front flexi exhaust section deteriorated

rear exhaust back box deteriorated

underbody covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 3 Aug 2016 36,921 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 36,918 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Fail 2 May 2015 33,693 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2015 33,693 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2014 30,059 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 30,058 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 25,894 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 19,136 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 19,085 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 16,957 miles

plastic floor covers

Pass 15 Apr 2010 15,341 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 VCL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 VCL, 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 VCL registered?

BN07 VCL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 16 March 2007.

Is BN07 VCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN07 VCL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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