CarVerify

Free Car Check

AK57 UZA

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

129,102 mi
Last recorded129,102 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 129,102 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 129,016 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 110,993 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear rear shock protection sleeves loose nearside and off side rear

back box outer skin corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2025 110,991 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front 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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished deep enough reach ply (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear rear shock protection sleeves loose nearside and off side rear

back box outer skin corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2024 107,623 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber protection sleeve adrift/bump stop in poor condition

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorber protection sleeve adrift/bump stop in poor condition

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

Fail 14 Feb 2024 107,618 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber protection sleeve adrift/bump stop in poor condition

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorber protection sleeve adrift/bump stop in poor condition

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 107,496 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 107,382 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 106,724 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 106,724 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 106,029 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2020 106,007 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (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))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 103,996 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 100,348 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 97,351 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 94,000 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 89,136 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 79,214 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 66,444 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 52,696 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 38,464 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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)

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
Full Volkswagen Polo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AK57 UZA 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 UZA, 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

How do I check the history of AK57 UZA?

You can check the full history of AK57 UZA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AK57 UZA registered?

AK57 UZA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 December 2007.

Is AK57 UZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK57 UZA 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.

Does AK57 UZA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AK57 UZA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.