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AX57 BWW

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

94,286 mi
Last recorded94,286 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX57 BWW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 94,286 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2024 93,592 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 93,589 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Dec 2023 90,907 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2023 90,906 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

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

Fail 20 Dec 2023 90,905 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 88,261 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2022 88,261 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 86,705 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 84,564 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 82,968 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 80,375 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 77,426 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 74,686 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 69,309 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 69,309 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 65,344 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 61,019 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2013 61,019 miles

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 52,380 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 42,134 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 31,899 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 31,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 BWW 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 69.6%.

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 BWW, 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 AX57 BWW registered?

AX57 BWW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 18 December 2007.

Is AX57 BWW safe to buy?

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