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BF57 ZPB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

65,096 mi
Last recorded65,096 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF57 ZPB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 65,096 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose Joiner deteriorated (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section. (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 65,096 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose Joiner deteriorated (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 60,176 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust front flexi corroded/minor leak of gases. exhaust system corroded, still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front windscreen washer split, stills provided enough washer fluid for wipers

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 12 Aug 2022 60,176 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust front flexi corroded/minor leak of gases. exhaust system corroded, still secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front windscreen washer split, stills provided enough washer fluid for wipers

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 59,633 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt slow to retract

Fail 16 Aug 2021 59,633 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall has several cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt slow to retract

Pass 8 Sep 2020 56,513 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Only just met the requirements for MOT Replace/repair ASAP (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 53,979 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 53,979 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 52,191 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2018 52,191 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 47,608 miles

Offside Rear Tyre perishing. Replacement recommended.

Pass 3 Jun 2016 45,381 miles

Offside rear tyre showing very early signs of perishing

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 8 Jun 2015 43,876 miles

front brake discs worn, recommend replacement with next brake pad change

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

slight cracking in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 Jun 2014 39,317 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 39,317 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 33,566 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 25,326 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 20,902 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 15,891 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 ZPB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BF57 ZPB, 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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BF57 ZPB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 September 2007.

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