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AF57 GYX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

176,674 mi
Last recorded176,674 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 176,674 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

park brake lever has limited reserve travel indicating adjustment required

Pass 28 Nov 2023 165,268 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 154,046 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2022 154,046 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 145,925 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2022 145,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 139,136 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 139,136 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 129,175 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 123,363 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge to excess (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear door c d l fault

floor pan covers fitted

Fail 5 Oct 2018 123,363 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge to excess (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear door c d l fault

floor pan covers fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2017 114,288 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 114,288 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 103,530 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 90,432 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 90,134 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 70,662 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 51,621 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 40,737 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 33,646 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 26,797 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 26,797 miles

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

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

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 GYX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GYX, 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 GYX registered?

AF57 GYX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 October 2007.

Is AF57 GYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 GYX shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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