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MF07 RZU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

140,977 mi
Last recorded140,977 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF07 RZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 140,977 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both main axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Underside covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 25 Aug 2020 132,928 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 132,928 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 123,362 miles

Nearside Front wheel rim damaged

Nearside Rear wheel rim damaged

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

Rear exhaust outer casing corroded

Rear seats folded down at the time of test

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

Fail 9 Aug 2019 123,362 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front wheel rim damaged

Nearside Rear wheel rim damaged

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

Rear exhaust outer casing corroded

Rear seats folded down at the time of test

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 104,987 miles

Rear exhaust outer casing corroded

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

Fail 28 Jul 2018 104,985 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear exhaust outer casing corroded

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

Pass 2 Aug 2017 87,441 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 82,543 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 73,571 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 60,659 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2013 44,991 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 42,696 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 38,391 miles

lower arm bushes worn badly

Pass 4 Aug 2010 32,773 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Apr 2010 32,595 miles

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

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

slight distortion on n/s/r tyre

slight distortion on o/s/r tyre

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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MF07 RZU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MF07 RZU, 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 MF07 RZU registered?

MF07 RZU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 April 2007.

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