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AP57 FJX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

25,922 mi
Last recorded25,922 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 FJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 25,922 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 24,916 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2023 23,825 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 22,786 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 21,651 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 20,720 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 19,422 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 19,422 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 17,979 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 17,979 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 16,797 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 15,330 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 15,330 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 14,109 miles

Both front lower arm rear bushes starting to split.

rear number plate starting to delaminate

windscreen cracked outside drivers veiw

Fail 26 Aug 2015 14,109 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Both front lower arm rear bushes starting to split.

rear number plate starting to delaminate

windscreen cracked outside drivers veiw

Pass 6 Sep 2014 12,479 miles

all tyres cracking

front tyres worn on edges

Fail 6 Sep 2014 12,479 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

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

all tyres cracking

Pass 31 Aug 2013 10,459 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 8,456 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 6,563 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 4,759 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 FJX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey 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 AP57 FJX, 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 AP57 FJX?

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What year was AP57 FJX registered?

AP57 FJX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 September 2007.

Is AP57 FJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP57 FJX 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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