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MW07 YGL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,374 mi
Last recorded44,374 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2024 44,374 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 43,014 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 41,842 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 41,044 miles

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

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

Fuel cap seal deteriorated

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

Rear Washers blocked

Reverse light n/w

Pass 14 Dec 2020 39,640 miles

Fuel cap seal deteriorated

Rear Washers n/w

Reverse light n/w

Pass 5 Nov 2019 38,192 miles

Nearside front tyre tread worn down to 2.5mm on inner edge [Continental 165/70 X R14T].

Offside front tyre tread worn down to 2mm on inner edge [Continental 165/70 X R14T].

Rear registration plate deteriorated.

Reverse lamp not working.

Fail 4 Nov 2019 38,191 miles

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

Nearside front tyre tread worn down to 2.5mm on inner edge [Continental 165/70 X R14T].

Offside front tyre tread worn down to 2mm on inner edge [Continental 165/70 X R14T].

Rear registration plate deteriorated.

Reverse lamp not working.

Pass 19 Nov 2018 37,104 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 37,103 miles

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

Nearside front, rear wishbone bush worn.

Pass 18 Nov 2017 35,562 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated.

Sat nav / telephone holder removed.

Pass 21 Nov 2016 34,346 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 32,577 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 29,473 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 22,649 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 22,646 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 19,925 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 14,760 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 10,616 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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MW07 YGL 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 83.3%.

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 MW07 YGL, 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 YGL registered?

MW07 YGL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 June 2007.

Is MW07 YGL safe to buy?

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