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FV07 XJN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

128,861 mi
Last recorded128,861 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV07 XJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 128,861 miles

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

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

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 125,819 miles

1L Oil top up

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both just above limit 185/55 14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Nail in shoulder unrepairable (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 120,032 miles

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

Nearside Front Foglight inoperative

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Shoulder ()

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 115,855 miles

Nearside front foglight bulb inoperative

Fail 26 Feb 2020 115,855 miles

Braking system leaking Servo pipes split (1.1.3 (d))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washer pipe split on bonnet hinge (3.5 (a))

Nearside front foglight bulb inoperative

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

Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 105,784 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

unable to test rear seat belts due to rear seats folded down

Fail 25 Feb 2019 105,783 miles

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

Nearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

unable to test rear seat belts due to rear seats folded down

Pass 1 Mar 2018 98,434 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring testable items.

Fail 1 Mar 2018 98,434 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy. (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

undertrays fitted obscuring testable items.

Pass 1 Mar 2017 89,412 miles

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

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

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2016 82,289 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 75,611 miles

Exhaust flexi deteriorated

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

Fail 24 Feb 2015 75,611 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust flexi deteriorated

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 71,492 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 58,724 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 45,713 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 33,943 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 33,126 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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FV07 XJN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver 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 FV07 XJN, 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 FV07 XJN registered?

FV07 XJN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 May 2007.

Is FV07 XJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV07 XJN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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