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MJ07 VAO

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

103,355 mi
Last recorded103,355 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 103,355 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 101,951 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Nearside Front Wheel trim missing

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outter rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Wiper blade rubber badly split and deteriorated

Fail 16 Nov 2021 101,948 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

Nearside Front Wheel trim missing

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Outter rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Wiper blade rubber badly split and deteriorated

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 97,515 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 92,217 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

hand brake lever high

Pass 23 Nov 2018 86,516 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2018 86,516 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 78,307 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 78,307 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 May 2016 62,821 miles

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

n/s/rear wheel bearing has slightly rough

Pass 27 May 2015 58,142 miles

unable to check rear seat belts ,rear seats folded down and stacked with personal effects

Fail 26 May 2015 58,142 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

both front wipers poor cond

osf tyre 3mm outside edge

unable to check rear seat belts ,rear seats folded down and stacked with personal effects

Pass 9 May 2014 52,773 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 39,875 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 39,875 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both rear tyres 3mm and 5yrs old

Pass 25 Apr 2012 35,311 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 29,235 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 22,053 miles

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

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 VAO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 VAO, 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 VAO registered?

MJ07 VAO is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 8 May 2007.

Is MJ07 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ07 VAO shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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