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AF57 GWD

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

47,750 mi
Last recorded47,750 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 GWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 47,750 miles

Offside Front (brake has slight grabbing)

Fail 4 Sep 2025 46,256 miles

Front Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flex pipe not attached (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated Noisy on rotation also. (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall damaged, no tread on outer edge. 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake has slight grabbing,

Pass 4 Sep 2024 39,886 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 33,687 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 29,775 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 27,922 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 27,640 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 26,664 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 25,543 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 22 Sep 2016 25,543 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 9 Oct 2015 24,234 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 22,877 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 21,635 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 21,635 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 20,070 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 17,962 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 15,836 miles

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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AF57 GWD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AF57 GWD, 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 AF57 GWD registered?

AF57 GWD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 October 2007.

Is AF57 GWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 GWD shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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