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DE07 VMA

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,566 mi
Last recorded70,566 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE07 VMA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2021 70,566 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer is slightly distorted/dented (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Oct 2020 68,209 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill area is slightly distorted/dented but not considered excessive at time of test (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Sep 2019 65,811 miles

under trays fitted at time of test

Fail 24 Sep 2019 65,809 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light is on (7.1.6 (a))

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

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Sep 2018 61,820 miles

under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Fail 25 Sep 2018 61,819 miles

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

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

under trays/covers fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Sep 2017 57,951 miles

Offside Rear tyre has started to perish/crack between treads and on outer side wall

Fail 21 Sep 2017 57,949 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp failed (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipe blowing on flexy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger broken off (7.1.1)

Offside Rear tyre has started to perish/crack between treads and on outer side wall

Pass 3 Oct 2016 53,750 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 53,690 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 49,298 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 49,298 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working in wing mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 44,716 miles

Nearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 39,608 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 33,550 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 33,550 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 May 2011 27,553 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 21,492 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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DE07 VMA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DE07 VMA, 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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DE07 VMA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 April 2007.

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