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AX56 DXU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

100,330 mi
Last recorded100,330 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX56 DXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 100,330 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 99,423 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 98,650 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Jan 2024 98,645 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 97,663 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2023 97,663 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Jan 2023 97,637 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 96,349 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 19 Jan 2022 96,349 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Jan 2021 95,053 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jan 2021 95,053 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2019 90,663 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 90,663 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 May 2018 85,233 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2018 85,233 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 9 May 2017 78,964 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 68,391 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear tyres wearing inner and outer shoulders

Pass 19 Jun 2014 56,685 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 45,848 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front brake disks are in poor condition

both lower arm rear bushes have slight play and are slightly debonded

both the rear tyres are badly perrished and cracked in the tread areas and side walls 185 60 14 82 t

eml light is displayed

rear tyres dot codes 2006

the front pipe flexy is in poor condition

Fail 27 Jun 2013 45,803 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Service brake: service 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

both front brake disks are in poor condition

both lower arm rear bushes have slight play and are slightly debonded

both the rear tyres are badly perrished and cracked in the tread areas and side walls 185 60 14 82 t

eml light is displayed

rear tyres dot codes 2006

the front pipe flexy is in poor condition

Pass 15 Jun 2012 31,870 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 19,883 miles

front brake discs are corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2010 16,173 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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AX56 DXU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 AX56 DXU, 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 AX56 DXU registered?

AX56 DXU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 February 2007.

Is AX56 DXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX56 DXU shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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