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AF57 OTN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

62,065 mi
Last recorded62,065 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 OTN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 62,065 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 60,890 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 60,020 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 58,483 miles

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

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2021 57,642 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 57,062 miles

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

front brake pads approx. 75% worn

Fail 2 Mar 2020 57,062 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens cracked/broken (4.4.1 (b) (i))

front brake pads approx. 75% worn

Pass 1 Oct 2019 55,729 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2019 55,729 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Oct 2018 50,474 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 46,955 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 43,161 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 31,341 miles

child seat fitted in rear unable to check belt fully

Pass 22 Sep 2014 25,780 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 23,603 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 23,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 20,125 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 18,624 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 17,428 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 OTN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 OTN, 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 OTN registered?

AF57 OTN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is AF57 OTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 OTN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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