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HJ07 XTS

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

116,551 mi
Last recorded116,551 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 116,551 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 111,780 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 12 Mar 2025 111,779 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel hand brake (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively caliper (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 104,911 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake low reserve travel

Pass 15 Mar 2023 99,007 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2023 99,007 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2022 94,179 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 88,432 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Mar 2020 83,299 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 83,297 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 82,021 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 82,009 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 81,867 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 81,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On Limit Cut Also On Inner Sidwewall (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 22 Mar 2018 81,413 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On Limit Cut Also On Inner Sidwewall (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Mar 2017 78,697 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 75,516 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 75,506 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 71,950 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 67,152 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 59,247 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Mar 2013 59,247 miles

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 50,114 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 40,080 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 27,658 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 XTS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 XTS, 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 HJ07 XTS registered?

HJ07 XTS is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 7 March 2007.

Is HJ07 XTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ07 XTS shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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