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EJ07 PXN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

68,540 mi
Last recorded68,540 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ07 PXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 68,540 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2026 68,540 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 63,080 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2025 63,080 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 59,762 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2023 55,448 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 8 Mar 2023 55,446 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 52,208 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 50,950 miles

recommend a further brakes inspection

Fail 17 Dec 2020 50,950 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

recommend a further brakes inspection

Pass 5 Dec 2019 48,925 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 48,925 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour rear indicator bulbs x2 (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater not working door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 46,572 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 44,845 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 42,838 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 42,836 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 40,676 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 38,289 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 37,244 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2013 32,988 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 29,640 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre has small damage to outer sidewall, no exposing ply/cord

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 25,170 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 20,799 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 20,799 miles

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

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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EJ07 PXN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 EJ07 PXN, 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 EJ07 PXN registered?

EJ07 PXN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 May 2007.

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