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HJ07 PGK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

162,558 mi
Last recorded162,558 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ07 PGK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Dec 2021 162,558 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust system insecure Exhaust loose (clamp rotten) (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both front brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Also has play (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Inner rack arm has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Inner rack arm has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both fronts (4.4.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on inner edges close to limits (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded(lower coils) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear silencer missing.. (exhaust system obviously modified)

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level brake light not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped in various places (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 150,133 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both inner rack arms have play ()

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyre's close to wear limits (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing close to wear marks (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level brake light not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 128,936 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 118,535 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 109,853 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 103,940 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 96,279 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 96,279 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 19 Feb 2014 86,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 86,475 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 73,792 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 59,098 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 44,017 miles

rear brake discs slightly corroded and pitted

Pass 1 Mar 2010 30,985 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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HJ07 PGK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HJ07 PGK, 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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HJ07 PGK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 March 2007.

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