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AJ57 VCM

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,588 mi
Last recorded95,588 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 VCM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 95,588 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 87,833 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush UPPER PIVOT (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge REAR BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 83,550 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2023 83,550 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 75,869 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 70,414 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2021 70,414 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 66,957 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 66,957 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2019 58,221 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 53,122 miles

Both front tyres beginning to perish

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front, lower, rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2018 53,122 miles

Both front tyres beginning to perish

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front, lower, rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick All front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2016 48,647 miles

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 1 Jun 2015 40,878 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 36,928 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 36,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 31,633 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 25,693 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 25,693 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 21,488 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 21,488 miles

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

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

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 VCM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VCM, 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 VCM registered?

AJ57 VCM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 December 2007.

Is AJ57 VCM safe to buy?

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