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FG07 BJU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

54,457 mi
Last recorded54,457 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG07 BJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2021 54,457 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 47,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 47,323 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 46,665 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 46,652 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 42,415 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 42,415 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 40,790 miles

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)

Fail 9 Apr 2014 40,790 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 32,801 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 21,403 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 18,112 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 14,612 miles

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

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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FG07 BJU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FG07 BJU, 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

How do I check the history of FG07 BJU?

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What year was FG07 BJU registered?

FG07 BJU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 March 2007.

Is FG07 BJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG07 BJU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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