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FY07 ZYO

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

62,424 mi
Last recorded62,424 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY07 ZYO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 62,424 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2026 62,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 60,710 miles

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both side (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 21 Feb 2025 60,687 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both side (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2024 59,736 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 58,612 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 57,899 miles

Nearside Front Anti roll bar drop link boot has small split.

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 56,946 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

both rear shockers knocking

Pass 14 Aug 2020 56,401 miles

Both rear shock absorber slightly worn and knocking

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

Offside Front Tyre worn off on inner edge

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

Fail 14 Aug 2020 56,401 miles

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

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Both rear shock absorber slightly worn and knocking

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

Offside Front Tyre worn off on inner edge

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 53,000 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 45,220 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 40,147 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 35,365 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 29,740 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 23,918 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 18,595 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 14,136 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 14,133 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 14,133 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 12,398 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 10,145 miles

Both Front tyres wearing on inner & Outer shoulders

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 7,782 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 ZYO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FY07 ZYO, 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 ZYO registered?

FY07 ZYO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 April 2007.

Is FY07 ZYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY07 ZYO shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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