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DS07 XPW

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

105,412 mi
Last recorded105,412 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS07 XPW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 105,412 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 104,307 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 103,583 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 103,583 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Pipe broken under bonnet (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 102,155 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Jun 2019 102,155 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 100,721 miles

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both fronts (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 99,344 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 98,297 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 97,198 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 96,061 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 94,825 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing noisey when rotated

Fail 7 Aug 2013 94,825 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside rear wheel bearing noisey when rotated

Pass 13 Aug 2012 89,624 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 89,624 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 72,070 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 52,344 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

nearside & offside rear tyres slightly deformed

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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DS07 XPW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DS07 XPW, 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 DS07 XPW registered?

DS07 XPW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 June 2007.

Is DS07 XPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS07 XPW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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