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AF57 XWE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

99,896 mi
Last recorded99,896 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 XWE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 99,896 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Nov 2024 99,895 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 95,420 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 94,270 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 90,367 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 90,364 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Nov 2020 86,594 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))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 83,010 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 83,010 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2018 78,654 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Nov 2017 74,662 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2017 74,618 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 68,637 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 68,545 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 64,353 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 58,769 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 58,769 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 55,251 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 55,251 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 51,542 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 51,542 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 44,037 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 32,333 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 XWE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 XWE, 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.

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What year was AF57 XWE registered?

AF57 XWE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 November 2007.

Is AF57 XWE safe to buy?

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