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AP57 BTX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

133,394 mi
Last recorded133,394 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 BTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 133,394 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2024 133,119 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working side indicator in mirror missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both fronts (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle to rear (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 120,814 miles

Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 113,724 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n/s/r and o/s/r front (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 111,006 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 84,662 miles

Nearside Front 165/70/14 side wall of tyre worn also punctured

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))

both front rear bushes slightly worn

both front shock absorbers seeping

Pass 20 Jul 2018 67,399 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 21 Jul 2017 57,731 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 57,731 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 53,411 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 53,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 48,978 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 44,824 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 38,461 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 32,835 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 26,517 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 20,630 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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AP57 BTX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AP57 BTX, 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 AP57 BTX registered?

AP57 BTX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 September 2007.

Is AP57 BTX safe to buy?

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