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AJ57 UZX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

70,565 mi
Last recorded70,565 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 UZX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2023 70,565 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 65,675 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 61,055 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 58,593 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2020 58,593 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 53,942 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 49,645 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 45,787 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 41,971 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 16 Dec 2015 41,971 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 39,955 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 39,955 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 38,921 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 37,658 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 19 Nov 2012 37,650 miles

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 32,957 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 32,957 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 24,911 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 UZX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 AJ57 UZX, 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 AJ57 UZX registered?

AJ57 UZX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 December 2007.

Is AJ57 UZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ57 UZX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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