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AX57 AXP

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,871 mi
Last recorded122,871 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX57 AXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 122,871 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 122,871 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 112,649 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 103,422 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 95,112 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 86,595 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

back box deteriorated

Fail 28 Aug 2013 79,120 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 79,120 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 59,975 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 59,834 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 43,295 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2011 43,293 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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AX57 AXP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AX57 AXP, 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 AX57 AXP registered?

AX57 AXP is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 8 December 2007.

Is AX57 AXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX57 AXP shows 12 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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