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BD57 XRL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

50,871 mi
Last recorded50,871 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD57 XRL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 50,871 miles

Offside Rear tyre slightly perished

front brake pads part worn

Pass 9 Sep 2024 48,416 miles

front outer brake pads part worn

Pass 21 Aug 2023 47,146 miles

Offside Rear tyre slightly perished

front brake pads part worn

Pass 25 Aug 2022 40,449 miles

front brake pads part worn

front tyres part worn

Pass 19 Aug 2021 35,545 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 35,545 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 30,717 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 28,886 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 28,870 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 28,414 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 27,682 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 26,869 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 26,051 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 21 Oct 2013 24,514 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 21,826 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 17,896 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 14,088 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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BD57 XRL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 XRL, 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 BD57 XRL registered?

BD57 XRL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 October 2007.

Is BD57 XRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD57 XRL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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