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AF57 GYT

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

42,745 mi
Last recorded42,745 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 42,745 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 40,852 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 39,118 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 35,094 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 34,104 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 32,823 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive edge of sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both head lamps faded/deteriorated

corrosion to all front and rear suspension components but not excessive

nearside front outer sill dented/damaged

Pass 8 Jan 2020 31,717 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lamps slightly deteriorated/faded (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight seepage at edge of sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general corrosion to all rear suspension components but not excessive

Pass 29 Jan 2019 30,079 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive slight seepage edge of sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2019 30,079 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp loose and system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure severe cracking to the treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure severe cracking to the treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight seepage edge of sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 27,595 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has slight cracks in tred

Offside Rear tyre has slight cracks in tred

Pass 15 Sep 2016 25,411 miles

Underneath vehicle dirty

Pass 24 Sep 2015 23,570 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 21,807 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 19,575 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 16,937 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 13,827 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 10,918 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 GYT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GYT, 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 GYT registered?

AF57 GYT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 September 2007.

Is AF57 GYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 GYT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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