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EF07 UWK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

65,862 mi
Last recorded65,862 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF07 UWK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 65,862 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 56,429 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 56,427 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jan 2024 49,778 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Jan 2024 49,776 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 40,285 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2022 40,283 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 37,171 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 35,710 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 33,894 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 33,894 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 31,792 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 29,938 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 27,196 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 24,058 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 24,058 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 20,082 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 16,320 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 11,240 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2012 11,240 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 9,217 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 7,138 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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EF07 UWK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 EF07 UWK, 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

How do I check the history of EF07 UWK?

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What year was EF07 UWK registered?

EF07 UWK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 June 2007.

Is EF07 UWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF07 UWK shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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