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EA07 XVC

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

112,757 mi
Last recorded112,757 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA07 XVC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2024 112,757 miles

Both headlight lenses cloudy

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2024 112,757 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Both headlight lenses cloudy

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 95,563 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 22 Feb 2023 95,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 85,964 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and back (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 1 Mar 2022 85,964 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and back (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 78,758 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 25 Feb 2021 78,756 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides, lower bulbs (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 75,366 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 75,366 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 66,921 miles

185/60/R14/82H. OF 5 OR 5 NR 4 NF 5mm.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 62,714 miles

185/60/R14/82H. OF 3 OR 5 OR 4 NF 2mm.

Pass 24 Feb 2017 58,022 miles

18/5/60/R14/82H. Fronts 4mm. Rears 5mm.

Alternator full of oil???????????????

Fail 24 Feb 2017 58,022 miles

18/5/60/R14/82H. Fronts 4mm. Rears 5mm.

Alternator full of oil???????????????

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working RB239 replaced. (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 53,936 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear ones (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 51,459 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 48,137 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 43,454 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 38,705 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 31,543 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 24,719 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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EA07 XVC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EA07 XVC, 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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EA07 XVC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 March 2007.

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