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DE07 XET

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

77,466 mi
Last recorded77,466 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE07 XET
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 77,466 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 73,291 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 73,291 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 69,319 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 68,393 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 67,387 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 66,652 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 64,695 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 63,820 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 62,914 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2016 62,121 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2015 60,947 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 55,920 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2013 50,186 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 43,938 miles

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

handbrake lever high /// still has a reserve //

Pass 26 May 2011 34,254 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 25,441 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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DE07 XET 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 94.1%.

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 DE07 XET, 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 DE07 XET registered?

DE07 XET is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 May 2007.

Is DE07 XET safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE07 XET shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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