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BT07 RZO

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

156,328 mi
Last recorded156,328 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT07 RZO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 156,328 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 151,716 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s n/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2023 140,604 miles

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

Rear axle beam corroded

Fail 20 Sep 2023 140,209 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear axle beam corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2022 136,267 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Misiting around gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 132,552 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 127,671 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 120,861 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 112,832 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 105,039 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 99,462 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 95,062 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 85,735 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 75,182 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 66,333 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 56,903 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 56,903 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 42,828 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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BT07 RZO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BT07 RZO, 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 BT07 RZO registered?

BT07 RZO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 June 2007.

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