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AK57 HBN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

61,696 mi
Last recorded61,696 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 HBN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 61,696 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 58,571 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 55,358 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 55,358 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 55,304 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 55,281 miles

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

wipers slow in operation.

Pass 13 Feb 2019 55,057 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 54,725 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi-section (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Feb 2018 54,725 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi-section (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 54,203 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi-section (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 53,197 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 52,213 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 48,026 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 44,072 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 37,346 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 32,838 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 25,983 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 HBN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HBN, 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 HBN registered?

AK57 HBN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 December 2007.

Is AK57 HBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK57 HBN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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