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EK07 OUH

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,772 mi
Last recorded58,772 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK07 OUH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 58,772 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 23 May 2026 58,767 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 54,502 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2025 54,502 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 May 2024 47,105 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 46,318 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 45,298 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 45,006 miles

Central Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut in wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front drive shaft gaiter boot detiriating but still servicable

Offside Front drive shaft gaiter boot split but still preventing the ingress of water and or dirt

Offside Rear Nail in tyre nail in tread

Pass 21 Jan 2019 44,373 miles

Front wiper blades loose in housing

Offside Front drive shaft boot split but is not allowing the ingress of dirt

Pass 5 Feb 2018 43,774 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt signs of grease (2.5.C.1a)

various medium scuffs and scrapes damage to wheels

Pass 15 Feb 2017 43,035 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 43,035 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 41,764 miles

Offside Rear wall cracking

Fail 18 Feb 2016 41,764 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear wall cracking

Pass 22 Jan 2015 41,154 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 40,662 miles

DAMAGE TOOFF SIDE FRONT WING AND DOOR

Pass 19 Feb 2013 36,899 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 36,899 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

near side rear tyre slight damage to wall

Pass 10 Feb 2012 31,473 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

engine warning light on

Pass 14 Feb 2011 23,522 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 OUH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OUH, 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 OUH registered?

EK07 OUH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 12 March 2007.

Is EK07 OUH safe to buy?

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