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BF57 VCJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

75,814 mi
Last recorded75,814 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF57 VCJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 75,814 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 75,814 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 68,834 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 62,467 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 54,917 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 46,785 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 46,111 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 45,867 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 45,111 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 44,278 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 42,936 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 41,638 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 40,604 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 39,135 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 37,608 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2011 30,531 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 23,562 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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BF57 VCJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BF57 VCJ, 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 BF57 VCJ registered?

BF57 VCJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 September 2007.

Is BF57 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF57 VCJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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