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FG07 SXB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

39,823 mi
Last recorded39,823 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG07 SXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 39,823 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2026 39,822 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 39,374 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2024 38,723 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 37,959 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 37,959 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn smooth inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 37,050 miles

Front tyres have worn inner edges

Fail 5 Apr 2022 37,044 miles

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

Front tyres have worn inner edges

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both sides judder (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 36,044 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Small split, smear of grease, still preventing dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 35,105 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Small split, still preventing dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Wipers starting to judder across screen, still clear water

Pass 26 Feb 2019 33,584 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 31,971 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 30,315 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 28,559 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 26,266 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 24,254 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 21,982 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 18,769 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 15,276 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 11,790 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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FG07 SXB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SXB, 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 FG07 SXB registered?

FG07 SXB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 March 2007.

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