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AP57 HXW

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,898 mi
Last recorded24,898 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 HXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 24,898 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 22,800 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2024 22,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2023 20,646 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Near and Offside (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Dec 2023 20,646 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer shoulder, 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Near and Offside (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 18,790 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NEAR AND OFFSIDE (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing HEAVILY PERISHED AND CRACKED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 16,279 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 16,279 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault wheel speed sensor (cleared) (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 14,716 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 10,456 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 10,456 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 9,558 miles

Front exhaust flexi joint deteriorated

Water ingress in Offside rear light unit

Windscreen scratched

Wiper blades worn

Pass 1 Oct 2013 8,499 miles

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

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

front exhaust flexie deteriorated

Pass 2 Oct 2012 7,159 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 7,159 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 5,933 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 4,437 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 4,437 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 HXW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HXW, 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 AP57 HXW registered?

AP57 HXW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is AP57 HXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP57 HXW shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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