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EK07 FAO

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

81,417 mi
Last recorded81,417 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK07 FAO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 81,417 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 20 May 2024 79,753 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 79,192 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

under trays fitted.

Fail 8 Mar 2024 79,192 miles

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

Central exhaust clamp defective.

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

under trays fitted.

Pass 15 Mar 2023 75,872 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 73,409 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 71,051 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 69,386 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 65,392 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 60,339 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 56,532 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 51,964 miles

Centre exhaust bracket loose

Pass 3 Mar 2015 45,832 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 39,799 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 33,983 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 28,183 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 22,303 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 16,798 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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EK07 FAO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 EK07 FAO, 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 EK07 FAO registered?

EK07 FAO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 8 March 2007.

Is EK07 FAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK07 FAO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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