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FP07 WXO

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

110,554 mi
Last recorded110,554 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP07 WXO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 May 2024 110,554 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Full of damp. (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Amber bulb has faded. (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested Not working. (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Connection of front pipe to catalyst. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 94,187 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexible coupling is corroded and starting to blow. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Upper protective shroud is insecure. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass is cracked. (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Upper protective shroud is insecure. (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Jun 2023 94,187 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexible coupling is corroded and starting to blow. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Upper protective shroud is insecure. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass is cracked. (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Upper protective shroud is insecure. (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 79,552 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2022 79,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 70,729 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 63,232 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexible coupling is starting to blow. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Top shroud is insecure. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Top shroud is in secure. (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Jun 2020 63,232 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexible coupling is starting to blow. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Top shroud is insecure. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Top shroud is in secure. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 54,192 miles

Fuel cap seal splitting but still sealing when tested.

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Some water inside headlamp. (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Some water inside headlamp. (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 47,395 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 42,689 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 38,028 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 30,417 miles

front wishbone play

offside rear tyre warn on edge

Pass 22 May 2014 26,186 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine warning light on

nearside rear tyre splitting

offside rear tyre splitting

Pass 3 May 2013 22,561 miles

Exhaust Corrosion

RearTyres Perished

Pass 5 May 2012 20,118 miles

EMISSIONS AT IDLE HIGH (JUST PASSED- 0.300 LIMIT ACTUAL WAS 0.299)

N/S HEADLAMP MOTOR CLICKING (INTERMITTANT)

REAR WIPER SMEARING

Pass 27 Apr 2011 16,788 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 13,485 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)

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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FP07 WXO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FP07 WXO, 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 FP07 WXO registered?

FP07 WXO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 May 2007.

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