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MW07 UPD

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

137,202 mi
Last recorded137,202 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW07 UPD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 137,202 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 137,202 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 132,157 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 126,520 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 123,761 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2022 123,761 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 115,900 miles

Both rear coil spring corroded ,Front disc slightly corroded

Fail 30 Jul 2021 115,900 miles

Both rear coil spring corroded ,Front disc slightly corroded

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 110,498 miles

exhaust shield on back box partially insecure.

Fail 25 Jul 2020 110,498 miles

exhaust shield on back box partially insecure.

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 105,627 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 97,720 miles

Child seats fitted to nearside and offside rear seats

Fail 23 Jul 2018 97,720 miles

Child seats fitted to nearside and offside rear seats

Direction indicator incorrect colour Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 95,266 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Aug 2016 92,167 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 89,528 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 83,193 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 74,413 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 74,413 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 64,086 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)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 50,359 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 38,062 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 38,062 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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MW07 UPD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 MW07 UPD, 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 MW07 UPD registered?

MW07 UPD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 June 2007.

Is MW07 UPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW07 UPD shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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