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BJ57 THF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

170,340 mi
Last recorded170,340 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ57 THF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 170,340 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 152,637 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 136,458 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 Wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 123,598 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 109,794 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2021 109,790 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside washer pipe split

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 99,093 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 sides worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 88,749 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 78,407 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 70,745 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 61,014 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 50,897 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 41,468 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 41,446 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 31,105 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 23,425 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 15,725 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 10,825 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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BJ57 THF 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 BJ57 THF, 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 BJ57 THF registered?

BJ57 THF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 September 2007.

Is BJ57 THF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ57 THF 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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