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AK57 BVN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

43,657 mi
Last recorded43,657 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 BVN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 43,657 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 42,912 miles

Fuel filler cap seal deteriorated, but seals

Nearside Door mirror unit slightly insecure

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyres, walls perished

Pass 8 Dec 2023 35,814 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Door mirror unit slightly insecure

Rear Tyres, wall perished

Fail 5 Dec 2023 35,802 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyres, walls perished

Nearside Door mirror unit slightly insecure

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

Offside Rear Tyre wall perished

Pass 5 Dec 2022 34,662 miles

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

Offside mirror slight damage

Pass 19 Nov 2021 33,887 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 33,199 miles

Nearside Door mirror casing damaged

Offside Door mirror casing damaged

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

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Service light on

Fail 1 Dec 2020 33,199 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Door mirror casing damaged

Offside Door mirror casing damaged

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

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Service light on

Pass 2 Dec 2019 32,480 miles

Exhaust corroded

Inspection light on

Nearside Door mirror insecure

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

Fail 27 Nov 2019 32,454 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust corroded

Inspection light on

Nearside Door mirror insecure

Nearside Rear Tyre perished on wall and in-between tread.

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

Offside Rear Tyre wall cut and severely perished on wall and tread

Pass 21 Nov 2018 30,996 miles

Fuel filler cap seal starting to perish

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre wall cut and perished and tearing on tread

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 29,527 miles

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Side repeater lens damaged.

Offside Rear Tyre wall cut and perished and perished on outer edge of tread.

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Service light on

Pass 18 Nov 2016 27,432 miles

Exhaust corroded

Fuel filler cap seal deteriorated

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance Lens (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Tyre wall cut and perished

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 25,493 miles

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Door mirror casing damaged

Offside Front Tyre wall cut and perished and cut in tread

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Service light on

Pass 9 Dec 2014 23,413 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2014 23,398 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 21,429 miles

Both rear tyre walls perished

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 Dec 2013 21,372 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Both rear tyre walls perished

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 19,464 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 17,672 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 15,630 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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AK57 BVN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 AK57 BVN, 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 AK57 BVN registered?

AK57 BVN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 December 2007.

Is AK57 BVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK57 BVN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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