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AF57 JSU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

99,376 mi
Last recorded99,376 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 99,376 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 1 Sep 2025 99,375 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 97,697 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 97,691 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 95,123 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 93,682 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 93,682 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 90,030 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 88,493 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 86,996 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 83,271 miles

slight bind on nearside rear brake

Pass 2 Nov 2017 79,670 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 74,519 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 70,556 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 61,872 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Nov 2013 52,349 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 52,349 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 41,683 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 36,081 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 28,482 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Nov 2010 28,482 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 JSU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 JSU, 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 JSU registered?

AF57 JSU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 November 2007.

Is AF57 JSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 JSU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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