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AF57 XVV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

131,446 mi
Last recorded131,446 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 131,446 miles

Exhaust has a small hole in it which is restricting the emission test

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

Front Headlights present poor image but still able to show light through dipped and full beam

Front Various metal brake pipes corroded or covered in grease

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Various underside corrosion

Fail 6 Feb 2026 131,446 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Exhaust has a small hole in it which is restricting the emission test

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

Front Headlights present poor image but still able to show light through dipped and full beam

Front Various metal brake pipes corroded or covered in grease

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Various underside corrosion

Pass 17 Jan 2025 124,700 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2024 119,140 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jan 2024 119,140 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 110,829 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 110,829 miles

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 102,291 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 93,010 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 92,989 miles

Braking system leaking vacuum pipe (1.1.3 (d))

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 89,037 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 82,667 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 76,582 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 70,134 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 70,134 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 63,807 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 58,321 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 51,826 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 42,314 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 34,618 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 27,289 miles

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

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

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 XVV 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 XVV, 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 XVV registered?

AF57 XVV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 December 2007.

Is AF57 XVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 XVV 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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