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MC07 YRL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

152,289 mi
Last recorded152,289 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC07 YRL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 152,289 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 20 May 2016 152,289 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 May 2015 125,668 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 125,666 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2014 97,847 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 68,806 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 May 2012 43,711 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 41,128 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 37,165 miles

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

front disk sligtly pitted

Fail 1 Sep 2010 37,165 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

front disk sligtly pitted

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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MC07 YRL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 MC07 YRL, 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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What year was MC07 YRL registered?

MC07 YRL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 2 May 2007.

Is MC07 YRL safe to buy?

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