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AK57 XCF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,557 mi
Last recorded53,557 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 XCF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 53,557 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2026 53,555 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing and arm (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 53,366 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 52,566 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs scored/pitted/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads worn low from the inner side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front and rear suspension components +front and rear sub-frame rusted

Rear bumper has a slight damage

exhaust system corroded

Fail 23 Aug 2024 52,566 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs scored/pitted/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads worn low from the inner side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front and rear suspension components +front and rear sub-frame rusted

Rear bumper has a slight damage

exhaust system corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2023 52,292 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 51,121 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 50,788 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 49,854 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 49,854 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 48,979 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 44,634 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 44,634 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2017 39,217 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 39,217 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 33,431 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 33,431 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 30,481 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 24,975 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 19,814 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 15,200 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 12,025 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 11,883 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 8,112 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 XCF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XCF, 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 XCF registered?

AK57 XCF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 October 2007.

Is AK57 XCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK57 XCF shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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