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MW07 ZHG

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,947 mi
Last recorded31,947 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW07 ZHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 31,947 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 27,333 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 27,020 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))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 20,102 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 20 Jul 2022 20,102 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Jul 2021 13,651 miles

exhaust corroding

Pass 16 Jun 2020 13,305 miles

undertray fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 5 Jul 2019 12,490 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 10,724 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 16 Mar 2018 10,724 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 10,716 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 10,716 miles

Brake servo leaking pipe (3.6.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2014 7,217 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 6,359 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 5,548 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 4,754 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 3,797 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 ZHG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 ZHG, 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 MW07 ZHG registered?

MW07 ZHG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 June 2007.

Is MW07 ZHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW07 ZHG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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