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MJ07 HTY

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

69,575 mi
Last recorded69,575 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ07 HTY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 69,575 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 65,027 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 60,009 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 55,299 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2022 55,278 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 51,446 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both 185-65-14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2021 51,446 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both 185-65-14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 46,825 miles

DIFFERENT BOLTS IN EACH LOWER ARM FRONT MOUNT O/S BOLT SHORTER

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH 185-65-14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 41,344 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 41,344 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 36,606 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 33,028 miles

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle componets

Fail 27 Jun 2017 33,028 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle componets

Pass 30 Jul 2016 29,967 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm repaired, but not inappropriately front mounting bolt appears slightly shorter (2.4.A.2)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 29,918 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 24,859 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 19,811 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 17,091 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 14,298 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 12,556 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 12,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2010 10,551 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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MJ07 HTY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 MJ07 HTY, 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 MJ07 HTY registered?

MJ07 HTY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 June 2007.

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