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AE56 XUM

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

86,653 mi
Last recorded86,653 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 XUM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 86,653 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 81,985 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 77,346 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexy pipe section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 74,347 miles

Central Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leak from flexy section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 71,719 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow from front of exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Jan 2022 71,719 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow from front of exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 68,437 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 68,437 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 66,240 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 63,385 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2019 633,853 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2018 59,828 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 55,535 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 51,217 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 51,211 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 46,187 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 41,634 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 36,367 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 29,934 miles

both front lower wishbone arm 'p' bushes starting to perish

Pass 24 Jan 2011 21,673 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 11,781 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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AE56 XUM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 AE56 XUM, 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 AE56 XUM registered?

AE56 XUM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is AE56 XUM safe to buy?

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