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BD57 XRG

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

83,838 mi
Last recorded83,838 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD57 XRG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 83,838 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Fail 12 Feb 2026 83,834 miles

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

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2025 79,757 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Fail 11 Feb 2025 79,746 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure exhaust front to centre section clamp rotted and broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 6 Feb 2024 73,690 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 6 Feb 2024 73,690 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2023 68,846 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2022 64,762 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2021 58,188 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 57,738 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 57,738 miles

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

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2018 45,998 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Reverse light inop

Pass 11 Nov 2017 42,401 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow from flexi. (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 15 Nov 2016 36,974 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 33,637 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 23 Nov 2015 33,637 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2014 32,895 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 29,536 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 24,930 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 20,388 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 16,716 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 16,714 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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 XRG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BD57 XRG, 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 XRG registered?

BD57 XRG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 23 November 2007.

Is BD57 XRG safe to buy?

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