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BT07 XFB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

84,884 mi
Last recorded84,884 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT07 XFB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 84,884 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 82,958 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 4 Dec 2024 82,944 miles

Brake servo damaged and function impaired Pipe split (1.1.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached Bolt snapped off (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Heat shield loose

Pass 7 Jul 2022 113,396 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2022 78,616 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 62,202 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

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

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 Oct 2020 62,202 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

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

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 55,676 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2019 55,676 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 45,313 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 31,608 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 26,656 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 18,777 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 12,671 miles

Advise - rear tyre tread perished

Advise offside mirror glass loose

Pass 18 Jun 2012 11,543 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 9,468 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 8,217 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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BT07 XFB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 XFB, 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 BT07 XFB registered?

BT07 XFB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 June 2007.

Is BT07 XFB safe to buy?

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