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AY57 WTV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

152,602 mi
Last recorded152,602 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY57 WTV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 152,602 miles

general under body corrosion

Pass 22 May 2024 152,176 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 6 Jul 2023 150,310 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2023 150,307 miles

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 May 2023 150,246 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 147,429 miles

Nearside Mirror glass damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre outer sidewall damaged, no ply or cords exposed at time of test.

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 May 2022 147,429 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Mirror glass damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre outer sidewall damaged, no ply or cords exposed at time of test.

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 145,009 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 25 Mar 2021 145,009 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 142,911 miles

general under body corrosion

Fail 27 Feb 2020 142,911 miles

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

general under body corrosion

Pass 6 Mar 2019 137,964 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 137,066 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 119,631 miles

under body of vehicle covered in thick mud

Fail 29 Jan 2018 119,629 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

under body of vehicle covered in thick mud

Pass 31 Jan 2017 105,388 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2017 105,388 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 85,142 miles

slight play in both front steering rack drumsticks/inner joints

Pass 21 Nov 2014 82,043 miles

n/s steering rack inner joint has slight play.

o/s rear tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 28 Nov 2013 73,651 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 64,898 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 55,727 miles

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

water in n/s mirror indicator lamp

Pass 14 Dec 2010 47,386 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 44,281 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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AY57 WTV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 AY57 WTV, 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 AY57 WTV registered?

AY57 WTV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is AY57 WTV safe to buy?

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