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CY07 EPV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

71,445 mi
Last recorded71,445 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY07 EPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 71,445 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bothside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 71,445 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bothside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 64,959 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2021 64,959 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 59,087 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 56,516 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 54,412 miles

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

Rear exhaust heat shield slightly loose

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 52,866 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded

Offside Front coil spring corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 11 Nov 2016 50,694 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 50,694 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 49,107 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Mar 2015 45,262 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 45,262 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 41,375 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 37,386 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 33,406 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 26,191 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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CY07 EPV 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 CY07 EPV, 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 CY07 EPV registered?

CY07 EPV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 April 2007.

Is CY07 EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY07 EPV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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