2007 VOLKSWAGEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check
Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.
Vehicle details
- Make & model
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Year
- 2007
- Fuel
- DIESEL
- Colour
- BLACK
- Engine
- 1896 cc
- Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Taxed
- MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Valid
- MOT due
- 19 October 2026 (127 days away)
- Last recorded mileage
- 23,511 mi
AI verdict CAUTION 67/100
AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.
This 2007 Volkswagen has 19 MOT tests on record with a 89% pass rate and 23,511 miles. The vehicle's age and recurring advisories on suspension components indicate potential future repair costs.
The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 8,899 miles/year, with a notable dip to 1,489 miles in 2020-2021, but no suspicious drops or round numbers.
Things to check
- Oct 2024: Failed MOT for suspension arm issues, though immediately rectified.
- Oct 2025: Latest MOT includes MINOR headlamp defect and ADVISORY on suspension arm.
- Recurring suspension advisories (2018, 2024, 2025) suggest ongoing wear and potential future costs.
- Vehicle is 19 years old, increasing the likelihood of accumulated wear and tear.
Working in its favour
- Most recent MOT passed despite 2 historical failures
- Consistent annual mileage averaging 8,899 miles/year, indicating normal usage.
- No DANGEROUS defects recorded in the MOT history, showing a focus on safety.
- The 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating for 2017 provides a high level of safety assurance.
Mileage history
MOT test history — 17/19 passed
| Date | Result | Mileage | Defects & advisories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2010 | PASS | 23,511 mi | None recorded |
| Jan 2011 | PASS | 35,171 mi | None recorded |
| Oct 2011 | PASS | 43,511 mi | None recorded |
| Oct 2012 | PASS | 54,206 mi | None recorded |
| Oct 2013 | PASS | 66,447 mi | None recorded |
| Sep 2014 | PASS | 76,842 mi |
ADVISORY Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
|
| Oct 2015 | PASS | 88,714 mi | None recorded |
| Oct 2016 | PASS | 96,855 mi | None recorded |
| Oct 2017 | FAIL | 105,017 mi |
PRS Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
|
| Oct 2017 | PASS | 105,017 mi | None recorded |
| Oct 2018 | PASS | 112,206 mi |
ADVISORY Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Near Side & Off Side (2.1.3 (b) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
|
| Oct 2019 | PASS | 118,798 mi |
ADVISORY Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
|
| Oct 2020 | PASS | 122,311 mi | None recorded |
| Sep 2021 | PASS | 123,800 mi | None recorded |
| Oct 2022 | PASS | 134,618 mi | None recorded |
| Oct 2023 | PASS | 147,847 mi | None recorded |
| Oct 2024 | FAIL | 157,688 mi |
MAJOR Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
|
| Oct 2024 | PASS | 157,688 mi | None recorded |
| Oct 2025 | PASS | 167,257 mi |
MINOR Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
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About this page
This page shows public vehicle data for registration BL56 DFY, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.