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AF57 HXL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

105,407 mi
Last recorded105,407 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 105,407 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear tyre been run flat

Fail 2 Jul 2026 105,403 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear tyre been run flat

Pass 24 Jun 2025 100,071 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 95,269 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split and incorrectly fitted (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 90,139 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement incorrectly fitted and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2023 90,139 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement incorrectly fitted and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 85,492 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorber dust cover/ bump stop broken

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

Fail 28 Jun 2022 85,491 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorber dust cover/ bump stop broken

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 80,231 miles

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

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

exhaust rear box hanger broken

Pass 3 Jul 2020 76,779 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2020 76,776 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 73,982 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 69,780 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 60,574 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 54,250 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 54,250 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2015 49,562 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 45,273 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 40,850 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 36,650 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 32,561 miles

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

n/s front tyre outer side wall is cut

wheel rims are scuffed

Pass 14 Jun 2010 26,411 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 HXL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 HXL, 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 HXL registered?

AF57 HXL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is AF57 HXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 HXL shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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