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EK07 FBA

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,887 mi
Last recorded85,887 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK07 FBA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2023 85,887 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 85,887 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 79,192 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2021 76,715 miles

engine unit sounds slightly tappy during operation

oil leak

rear axle beam is slightly corroded

Fail 10 Jan 2021 76,708 miles

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

oil leak

rear axle beam is slightly corroded

engine unit sounds slightly tappy during operation

Pass 24 Sep 2019 71,923 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 68,529 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 65,369 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 63,594 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 59,982 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 59,980 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 56,847 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 52,570 miles

Breather hose split on nearside of engine cover

Pass 16 Feb 2012 47,749 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 42,488 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 37,597 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 37,597 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 37,364 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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 FBA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 FBA, 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 FBA registered?

EK07 FBA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 9 March 2007.

Is EK07 FBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK07 FBA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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