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BD57 XDM

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

82,807 mi
Last recorded82,807 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD57 XDM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 82,807 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 82,278 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 81,857 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2023 81,857 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 81,193 miles

Nearside Front Spare tyre fitted

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front side repeater slightly damaged

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 13 Dec 2022 81,191 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front side repeater slightly damaged

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 80,736 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 80,294 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 79,863 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front dash service light on

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both outside crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 79,195 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil sump corroded and weeping slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 78,255 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 77,502 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 69,315 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 68,069 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 57,535 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 46,509 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 31,627 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 26,240 miles

n/s/f tyre sidewall cut but not down to cords

requires handbrake adjustment

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 XDM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XDM, 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 XDM registered?

BD57 XDM is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 14 November 2007.

Is BD57 XDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD57 XDM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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