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AK57 VTZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

61,414 mi
Last recorded61,414 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 61,414 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 60,381 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2024 60,381 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2024 59,084 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 23 Jan 2024 59,083 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 56,677 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 56,677 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 54,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 53,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 51,116 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 48,040 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Nov 2018 48,040 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 45,998 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 42,864 miles

offside front lower wishbone has play in the front bush

Pass 8 Dec 2015 39,521 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 39,521 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 36,095 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 30,842 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 27,236 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 23,476 miles

front wipers slight smear

Pass 7 Dec 2010 19,755 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 VTZ 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 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 VTZ, 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 VTZ registered?

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

Is AK57 VTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK57 VTZ 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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