Volkswagen Polo S TDI 70 (2007)
2007 Volkswagen Polo S TDI 70
CarHunch analysed 138 real MOT records for the 2007 Volkswagen Polo S TDI 70. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2007 Volkswagen Polo S TDI 70 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 61%, significantly below the UK average of 80%, signalling that this model struggles to meet emissions and mechanical standards on its first test attempt. The good news is that dangerous defects are absent from this cohort, so safety isn't the issue—it's the nitty-gritty stuff that needs repeated fixes.
At 126,500 miles average, these Polos are well-used for their age, and they're averaging 1.25 failures per vehicle, suggesting common wear-related issues rather than catastrophic problems. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically flags any history of failed emissions tests or turbo/injector work, as these are typical TDI failure points on ageing examples.
What to check before buying a 2007 Volkswagen Polo S TDI 70
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (98%) | 135 | 61.1% | 1.21 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (2%) | 3 | 52.8% | 3.33 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2007 Volkswagen Polo S TDI 70 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2007 Volkswagen Polo S TDI 70 vehicles fall between 102,697 and 154,921 miles.
2007 Volkswagen Polo S TDI 70 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 42 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (44% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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