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AV57 DCU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

80,856 mi
Last recorded80,856 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV57 DCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 80,856 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2026 80,856 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 79,852 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2025 79,852 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 78,944 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 78,944 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 77,965 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2023 77,965 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 76,790 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 75,644 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 74,472 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 72,235 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2017 68,776 miles

Fuel cap o/ring deteriorated

Pass 10 Jan 2017 66,167 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 9 Jan 2016 62,308 miles

O/S/Rear brake very slight bind

Fail 10 Jan 2015 56,607 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

evidence of exhaust deterioration/leaks.

low fuel warning lamp illuminated.

off and near side front brake discs show a lipped edge.

off side front service brake shows fluctuation.

off side rear registration plate lamp is "dim"

service brake pedal shows travel.

Pass 10 Jan 2015 56,607 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

evidence of exhaust deterioration/leaks.

low fuel warning lamp illuminated.

off and near side front brake discs show a lipped edge.

off side front service brake shows fluctuation.

off side rear registration plate lamp is "dim"

service brake pedal shows travel.

Pass 9 Jan 2014 49,311 miles

exhaust flexy outer skin

Pass 10 Jan 2013 41,316 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Oct 2011 33,686 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Oct 2010 27,366 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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AV57 DCU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black 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 AV57 DCU, 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 AV57 DCU registered?

AV57 DCU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 September 2007.

Is AV57 DCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV57 DCU 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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