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AO57 RLV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

84,933 mi
Last recorded84,933 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO57 RLV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 84,933 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 83,729 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 82,647 miles

n/s rear tyre going out of shape

Fail 10 Aug 2023 82,647 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

n/s rear tyre going out of shape

Pass 13 Aug 2022 79,996 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2022 79,994 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 76,225 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Sep 2021 76,225 miles

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

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 73,068 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 69,096 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 64,388 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 58,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 31 Aug 2016 51,053 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 45,799 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 45,799 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 39,740 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 33,738 miles

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 31 Aug 2012 29,228 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Fail 31 Aug 2012 29,228 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 24,613 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 19,493 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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AO57 RLV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver 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 AO57 RLV, 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 AO57 RLV registered?

AO57 RLV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is AO57 RLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO57 RLV 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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