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BK57 MBV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

80,683 mi
Last recorded80,683 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK57 MBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 80,683 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2025 80,683 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake performance unable to be tested Major fluid leak from offside rear. (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front box split (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing Seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid Leaking from rear brake drum (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 68,373 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2024 68,373 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned mounting broken (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater not working in wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 66,272 miles

Offside Front headlamp fixing slight damaged

front and rear frame, arms area and others components corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2022 64,734 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 62,412 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 62,412 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 61,082 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 59,763 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 59,763 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 57,608 miles

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

Note! all tyres on vehicle are cracked or perished

Fail 26 Sep 2018 57,608 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Note! all tyres on vehicle are cracked or perished

Pass 27 Sep 2017 55,232 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 52,999 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all fronts (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 48,189 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 48,182 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Fail 15 Sep 2014 43,253 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 43,253 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 37,781 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 31,861 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2011 25,155 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Note! offside front tyre is worn on both edges.

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 25,155 miles

Note! offside front tyre is worn on both edges.

Pass 20 Sep 2010 18,908 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 18,908 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BK57 MBV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 BK57 MBV, 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 BK57 MBV registered?

BK57 MBV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 6 September 2007.

Is BK57 MBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK57 MBV shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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