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AJ57 KWU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

103,444 mi
Last recorded103,444 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 KWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 103,444 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2026 103,444 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2025 99,233 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 94,885 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 90,184 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 85,572 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 80,639 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 76,614 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 71,444 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 64,553 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 57,972 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 51,814 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 45,436 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 38,234 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 31,187 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 25,061 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2011 21,199 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 17,085 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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AJ57 KWU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 AJ57 KWU, 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 AJ57 KWU registered?

AJ57 KWU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 October 2007.

Is AJ57 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ57 KWU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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