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AP57 VLM

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

167,387 mi
Last recorded167,387 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 VLM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2023 167,387 miles

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

Front Exhaust flexi weak

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play nsf and osf inner rack ends (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nsf and osf (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nsr and osr becoming low on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

various heatshield mounting points weak and becoming loose but still secure at time of test

Pass 3 Oct 2022 162,279 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play nsf and osf inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

slight exhaust tick / blow manifold area

Pass 30 Sep 2021 157,837 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Oct 2020 153,746 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 149,720 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 10 Sep 2019 149,599 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 144,559 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe and clamp becoming loose (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Oct 2017 140,122 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust silencers deteriorated

rea shock absorber covers insecure

Pass 30 Aug 2016 136,008 miles

Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust deteriorated but not leaking

Pass 25 Sep 2015 132,646 miles

1. Nearside and offside front tyres near legal limits, worn on edges.

2. Slight play in nearside and offside of steering rack.

3. Offside rear tyre near legal limits.

4. Plastic under trays fitted.

Fail 18 Sep 2015 132,426 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

1. Nearside and offside front tyres near legal limits, worn on edges.

2. Slight play in nearside and offside of steering rack.

3. Offside rear tyre near legal limits.

4. Plastic under trays fitted.

Pass 19 Sep 2014 118,072 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust centre clamp broken

exhaust corroded

nearside front for light cracked

Fail 10 Sep 2013 97,285 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight brake bind offside rear

Pass 10 Sep 2013 97,285 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight brake bind offside rear

Pass 27 Sep 2012 78,306 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Sep 2012 78,292 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2011 64,372 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 46,937 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 VLM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VLM, 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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AP57 VLM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 October 2007.

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