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BD57 MJE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

274,112 mi
Last recorded274,112 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD57 MJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 274,112 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2025 273,871 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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 20 Nov 2024 260,548 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2024 260,241 miles

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 247,784 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 247,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 247,598 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair incorrect colour LED Sidelights fitted to halogen unit (4.1.4 (a))

Front Headlamps matched pair incorrect colour LED main beam bulbs fitted to halogen units (4.1.4 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Backbox outer skin corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2022 236,397 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front shocks have a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust back box skins corroding/peeling off of back box

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

Fail 1 Nov 2022 236,397 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both front headlamps have hid/led style bulbs in halogen headlamps (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed In nsf wheel arch (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Main beam bulbs been replaced for aftermarket HID/LED bulbs

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front shocks have a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust back box skins corroding/peeling off of back box

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 226,385 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 216,415 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 216,415 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 206,409 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 206,409 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 191,377 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 171,318 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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 5 Nov 2016 151,404 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 127,830 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 116,859 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 109,766 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 102,569 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 93,669 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 85,250 miles

rear fog light on n/s/r needs to be on o/s/r

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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BD57 MJE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,422cc diesel 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 BD57 MJE, 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 BD57 MJE registered?

BD57 MJE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is BD57 MJE safe to buy?

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