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EK07 XCV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

79,446 mi
Last recorded79,446 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2016
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK07 XCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2016 79,446 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 79,402 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 18 Mar 2015 72,197 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 64,678 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Mar 2014 64,678 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 57,362 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 57,362 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 48,929 miles

N/S/R/Seat belt not tested (child seat fitted).

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 42,741 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 42,724 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 32,706 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 XCV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 EK07 XCV, 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.

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What year was EK07 XCV registered?

EK07 XCV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 March 2007.

Is EK07 XCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK07 XCV shows 11 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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