2007 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · CK07 TXT
2007 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 16 Apr 2007. Recorded mileage 113,589 miles. MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 113,589 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
CK07 TXT Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 29/10/2026
- 113,589 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CK07 TXT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Volkswagen Polo (CK07 TXT) between April 2010 and October 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 29 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”.
CK07 TXT Mileage History
- 28/04/20101,381 mi
- 26/04/201118,965 mi+17,584 mi
- 01/05/201225,573 mi+6,608 mi
- 26/04/201331,122 mi+5,549 mi
- 01/05/201331,133 mi+11 mi
- 01/07/201437,956 mi+6,823 mi
- 20/08/201548,375 mi+10,419 mi
- 18/08/201655,615 mi+7,240 mi
- 31/10/201769,128 mi+13,513 mi
- 26/10/201876,622 mi+7,494 mi
- 21/10/201982,183 mi+5,561 mi
- 28/10/202087,537 mi+5,354 mi
- 29/10/202192,472 mi+4,935 mi
- 25/10/202298,357 mi+5,885 mi
- 01/11/2023103,473 mi+5,116 mi
- 30/10/2024107,073 mi+3,600 mi
- 30/10/2024107,073 mi
- 29/10/2025110,250 mi+3,177 mi
- 31/10/2025110,250 mi
- 29/10/2026113,588 mi+3,338 mi
- 29/10/2026113,589 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 6,799 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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