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FH07 YXB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

87,742 mi
Last recorded87,742 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH07 YXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 87,742 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 82,295 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 82,295 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2024 76,661 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 72,099 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal repaired and heavily undersealed hard to inspect (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2023 72,094 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal repaired and heavily undersealed hard to inspect (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2023 72,016 miles

Exhaust system insecure joint clamps corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2022 63,418 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 56,893 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 56,764 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing out on edges

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

Offside Front tyre wearing out on edges

Pass 18 Jul 2019 56,132 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

both front tyres are starting to wear on the edges

corrosion to exhaust

oil residue on the engine

Pass 11 Jul 2018 53,480 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

corrosion to exhaust

small cut on n/s/f tyre

Fail 10 Jul 2018 53,480 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

corrosion to exhaust

small cut on n/s/f tyre

Pass 19 Jul 2017 51,038 miles

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

corrosion to exhaust

o/s/r tyre is slightly out of shape

oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2016 47,963 miles

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

corrosion to exhaust

oil residue on the engine

slight play in n/s/f anti roll bar linkage ball joint

Fail 12 Jul 2016 47,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

corrosion to exhaust

oil residue on the engine

slight play in n/s/f anti roll bar linkage ball joint

Pass 15 Jul 2015 45,196 miles

corrosion to exhaust system

slight play in n/s/f anti roll bar link ball joint

Pass 9 Jul 2014 42,337 miles

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

Oil leak

corrosion to exhaust

Pass 17 Jul 2013 39,605 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 33,807 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2011 29,331 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 25,460 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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FH07 YXB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FH07 YXB, 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 FH07 YXB registered?

FH07 YXB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 July 2007.

Is FH07 YXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH07 YXB shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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