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AP57 XJV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

36,664 mi
Last recorded36,664 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP57 XJV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 36,664 miles
Fail 23 May 2026 36,664 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2025 28,067 miles
Fail 10 May 2025 28,067 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2024 21,945 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 21,009 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 21,009 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2022 19,207 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 18,631 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 18,016 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 17,283 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Oil leak, but not excessive from sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 16,554 miles

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

small cut in o/s/r tyre

Pass 4 May 2017 15,614 miles

engine management light on

slight play offside front steering rack end

undershields fitted

Pass 4 May 2016 14,183 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2015 12,232 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 10,443 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 9,480 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 8,185 miles

Slight oil leak from gearbox

Pass 23 Nov 2010 6,827 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 XJV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 XJV, 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 XJV registered?

AP57 XJV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is AP57 XJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP57 XJV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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