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WM07 TKA

2007 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1400cc

Blue Registered in Bristol, West of England · 19 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
FuelDiesel
Engine1400cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2007 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1400cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 187,649 miles on the clock, averaging 9,767 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for WM07 TKA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
187,649
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2010
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
9,767

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading187,649 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year9,767
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM07 TKA 36k74k112k150k188k '10'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage187,649 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage187,647 miles
Since last MOT+11,252 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+20,557 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+6,109 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+12,798 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+9,103 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,826 miles
Since last MOT+7,617 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+7,594 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+9,547 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+8,741 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+11,540 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+3,047 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+12,509 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+152 miles
FAIL
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Since last MOT+10,331 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+10,744 miles
PASS
Mileage46,004 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,004 miles
Since last MOT+9,975 miles
PASS
Mileage36,029 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Engine-specific faults

Brake pad and disc wear:

Tyre wear and replacement:

Spark plug replacement:

1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure

The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].

2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure

Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM07 TKA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1400cc
Year2007
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier07 — March 2007 to August 2007

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About WM07 TKA

What car is WM07 TKA?

WM07 TKA is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1400cc). First registered in Bristol in 2007.

What is the mileage of WM07 TKA?

The last recorded mileage for WM07 TKA was 187,649 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM07 TKA passed its MOT?

WM07 TKA has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2026.

Is WM07 TKA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM07 TKA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WM07 TKA?

WM07 TKA is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.