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AF57 ZZW

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

92,170 mi
Last recorded92,170 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2024 92,170 miles

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

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

underbody corrosion all over (frames and suspension)

Pass 21 Apr 2023 88,251 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2023 88,251 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 82,791 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Apr 2022 82,791 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 76,694 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Mechanical components corroded

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 76,694 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Mechanical components corroded

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 75,316 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 75,316 miles

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

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 69,835 miles

Items in boot

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 11 Sep 2018 69,817 miles

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

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Items in boot

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 64,840 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 7 Sep 2017 64,840 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Spare tyre defective ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 62,871 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 60,256 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 60,256 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 53,449 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 37,255 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 30,219 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 24,912 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 ZZW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 ZZW, 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 ZZW registered?

AF57 ZZW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 November 2007.

Is AF57 ZZW safe to buy?

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