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CA56 XPN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

125,511 mi
Last recorded125,511 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA56 XPN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 125,511 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2026 125,470 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Jan 2025 120,644 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

engine bay cover fitted.

vehicle under tray fitted.

Fail 2 Jan 2025 120,642 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm & worn low on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

engine bay cover fitted.

vehicle under tray fitted.

Pass 10 Jan 2024 109,596 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2024 109,596 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 104,363 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 102,155 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm & wearing low on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle under trays fitted.

Pass 5 Jan 2021 98,695 miles

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

vehicle under trays fitted.

Pass 16 Dec 2019 90,673 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 89,490 miles

n/s/r axle bush starting to separate

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2018 80,934 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 80,934 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking brake nipple (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 75,465 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 75,465 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on both (8.2.1b)

offside front Tyre slightly perished (185/60R14 82H)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 71,673 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 65,516 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 63,343 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 58,263 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 50,743 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 43,586 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 35,311 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 35,311 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.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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CA56 XPN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 CA56 XPN, 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 CA56 XPN registered?

CA56 XPN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 23 February 2007.

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