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AK57 GTU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,614 mi
Last recorded103,614 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 GTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 103,614 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2025 103,614 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 98,181 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2024 98,181 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2024 97,025 miles

Parking brake needs adjusting soon

Pass 1 Feb 2023 96,145 miles

n/s front c/v boot deteriorated

Fail 26 Jan 2023 96,145 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

n/s front c/v boot deteriorated

Pass 19 Nov 2021 92,584 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 89,299 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 85,921 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 81,912 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 76,665 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe joint (7.1.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. @ 22 % (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 30 Oct 2017 76,665 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe joint (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. @ 22 % (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 71,894 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 66,857 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 63,462 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 57,064 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2012 52,424 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2011 47,215 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 40,201 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 GTU 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 80%.

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 GTU, 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 AK57 GTU registered?

AK57 GTU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 November 2007.

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