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FY07 OVD

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

131,856 mi
Last recorded131,856 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY07 OVD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 19 Sep 2025 131,856 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 126,805 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 126,805 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 123,582 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 118,403 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2021 115,762 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2020 101,210 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

sill covered fitted

tested in wet condition

Pass 22 Jan 2019 92,609 miles

Engine Covers And Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

General Under Body Corrosion

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

Fail 22 Jan 2019 92,609 miles

Engine Covers And Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

General Under Body Corrosion

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 89,411 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

engine covers Undertrays fitted

general corrosion underbody

Pass 25 Oct 2016 84,069 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Oct 2016 84,069 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 75,182 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2015 75,151 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 60,880 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 60,880 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 45,817 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 30,621 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 30,621 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

power steering warning light on

Pass 21 Oct 2011 20,486 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 11,018 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 9,512 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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FY07 OVD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 FY07 OVD, 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 FY07 OVD registered?

FY07 OVD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 April 2007.

Is FY07 OVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY07 OVD shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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