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HW07 EZU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

159,571 mi
Last recorded159,571 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW07 EZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 159,571 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2025 159,571 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 151,334 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2024 151,333 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Handbrake travel close to limit

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 143,770 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 136,382 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated grease around gaiter very small split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 128,573 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside and Offside front tyres worn on edges

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 120,816 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated seepage of grease [ may need attention soon ] (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 113,104 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 104,647 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv joint gaiter covered in grease but no signs of damage or leak

Fail 18 Sep 2018 104,647 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer cv joint gaiter covered in grease but no signs of damage or leak

Pass 20 Sep 2017 96,928 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 88,792 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 88,792 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 82,038 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 78,223 miles

O/S & N/S front lower rear suspension arm bushes fitted incorrectly

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 71,882 miles

Offside steering arm has play.

Fail 20 Feb 2014 71,882 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside steering arm has play.

Pass 21 Feb 2013 64,570 miles

Offside steering arm has play.

Fail 19 Feb 2013 64,570 miles

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

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

Offside steering arm has play.

Pass 2 Mar 2012 58,539 miles

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

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

Offside steering arm has slight play.

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 50,147 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 37,125 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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HW07 EZU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 HW07 EZU, 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 HW07 EZU registered?

HW07 EZU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 March 2007.

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The MOT history for HW07 EZU shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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