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MJ07 RGU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,462 mi
Last recorded146,462 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ07 RGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 146,462 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2024 146,460 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 138,471 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2023 138,470 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension component has an unsafe modification right side ball joint fitted to left side. affecting right hand full lock (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Jan 2022 129,590 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2022 129,346 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 118,870 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2021 118,868 miles

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

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

Offside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 107,541 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 97,733 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2018 97,733 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 87,389 miles

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 76,644 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 64,210 miles

nearside wiper blade split

Fail 24 Jun 2015 64,207 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nearside wiper blade split

Pass 30 Jul 2014 56,496 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 45,879 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 32,581 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 27,804 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 15,702 miles

slight leak on gear box

Fail 29 Jul 2010 15,702 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight leak on gear box

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 RGU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RGU, 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 MJ07 RGU registered?

MJ07 RGU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 June 2007.

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