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AF57 GXC

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

153,813 mi
Last recorded153,813 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 GXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 153,813 miles

both rear tyres perishing

nail in nsr tyre

osf tyre wearing low on inner and outer edges

osr coil spring corroded

windscreen has a stone chip

Pass 27 Jun 2025 142,279 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 132,316 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 126,318 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 119,944 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 111,178 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 102,937 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2021 102,937 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 96,568 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 85,578 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 74,538 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 61,557 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 61,522 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner shoulder. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner shoulder. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle or inside. (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 48,838 miles

Nearside Front wishbone rear bush badly worn marginal pass,should replace a.s.a.a p.

Offside Front wishbone rear bush badly worn,marginal pass.should replace a.s.a.a.p.

both number plate light bulb ,replaced.p.r.s.

Pass 6 Jan 2015 40,374 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 34,064 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres starting to perish

n/s front tyre in poor condition

Pass 3 Jan 2013 29,196 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 22,936 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 16,047 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 GXC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GXC, 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 GXC registered?

AF57 GXC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 September 2007.

Is AF57 GXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 GXC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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