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MD07 DFJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

68,148 mi
Last recorded68,148 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD07 DFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 68,148 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2022 68,148 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 45,908 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 45,908 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 32,330 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 30,605 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2018 29,533 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 28,330 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 25,913 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear exhaust backbox corroded

Undertray fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2015 24,565 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 24,565 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 23,439 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 23,433 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 20,666 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 17,818 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 15,914 miles

BOTH FRONT BOTTOM ARM REAR SPLITTING...CORROSION TO EXHAUST...N/S/F TYRE SPLITTING

Fail 20 Jun 2012 15,914 miles

BOTH FRONT BOTTOM ARM REAR SPLITTING...CORROSION TO EXHAUST...N/S/F TYRE SPLITTING

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 14,410 miles

all 4 tyres side walls cracked

Pass 28 Jun 2010 12,847 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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MD07 DFJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 MD07 DFJ, 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 MD07 DFJ registered?

MD07 DFJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 August 2007.

Is MD07 DFJ safe to buy?

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