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FM07 XNL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

85,833 mi
Last recorded85,833 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM07 XNL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 85,833 miles

Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 82,400 miles

Front coil springs [upper sections] corroded

Offside headlamp aim slightly poor

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear coil springs corroded

Fail 30 Sep 2024 82,396 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn offside [rear bush] front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front coil springs [upper sections] corroded

Offside headlamp aim slightly poor

Offside registration lamp bulb slightly dim

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear coil springs corroded

coolant level below minimum

Pass 25 Sep 2023 80,683 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 79,434 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 76,501 miles

Nearside mirror outer casing damaged

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

Offside Rear loose object inside tyre

Pass 19 Oct 2020 72,738 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 67,054 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre has foreign object inside

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 61,752 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 61,737 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 56,367 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 51,909 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 47,027 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 41,679 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 41,525 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 35,871 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 30,640 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)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 25,943 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 20,895 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 XNL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 XNL, 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 XNL registered?

FM07 XNL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 16 July 2007.

Is FM07 XNL safe to buy?

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