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FM07 WBX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

52,946 mi
Last recorded52,946 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM07 WBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 52,946 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2025 49,532 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2024 46,285 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2023 43,011 miles

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

General under body corrosion

Rear shock absorbers corroded

Pass 31 Jan 2022 41,104 miles

General under body corrosion

Rear shock absorbers corroded

windscreen wash pipe split

Pass 4 Feb 2021 38,256 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 36,983 miles

brake pipes part inspected undertrays fitted

general corrosion

Pass 4 Feb 2019 34,738 miles

brake pipes part inspected undertrays fitted

general corrosion front suspension

Pass 2 Feb 2018 32,303 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2017 30,306 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 30,305 miles

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 27,390 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 23,567 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 20,376 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 17,592 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 17,591 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 17,438 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 17,438 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2012 15,654 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 15,654 miles

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 13,075 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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FM07 WBX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 FM07 WBX, 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 FM07 WBX registered?

FM07 WBX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 August 2007.

Is FM07 WBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM07 WBX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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