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FL07 VCF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

112,287 mi
Last recorded112,287 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL07 VCF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 112,287 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 24 Apr 2025 112,287 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 104,593 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))

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

General underbody corrosion

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Incorrect Fitment but secure (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Apr 2024 104,496 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Separated - Dangerous (5.3.4 (a) (i))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured All (4.4.3 (a))

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

General underbody corrosion

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Incorrect Fitment but secure (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 97,438 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2023 97,434 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2022 91,744 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Mar 2022 91,740 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 86,078 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2021 86,078 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 80,536 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 80,533 miles

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

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 77,769 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2017 66,074 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 6 Jan 2017 66,074 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 54,204 miles

DAMAGE TO LOWER PART OF WINDSCREEN NOT MATERIALLY AFFECTING VIEW TO THE FRONT AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 30 Dec 2015 54,201 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

DAMAGE TO LOWER PART OF WINDSCREEN NOT MATERIALLY AFFECTING VIEW TO THE FRONT AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 19 Jan 2015 46,284 miles

Has damage to lower area of windscreen, within the swept area, but not affecting thr driver's veiw

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2014 42,881 miles

DAMAGE TO WINDSCREEN NOT AFFECTING DRIVERS VIEW

Pass 2 Jan 2013 35,070 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT WISHBONE MOUNTING STARTING TO SPLIT BUT NOT RESULTING IN ANY EXCESS MOVEMENT AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 4 Jan 2012 22,933 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 31 Dec 2010 15,408 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 5,776 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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FL07 VCF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 FL07 VCF, 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 FL07 VCF registered?

FL07 VCF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 April 2007.

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