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BN57 ZWV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

215,455 mi
Last recorded215,455 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 ZWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 215,455 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 212,487 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 207,092 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 199,923 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 190,126 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 184,417 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 180,455 miles

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 171,899 miles

evidence of slight power steerin fluid leak

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Nov 2017 162,034 miles

front brake discs corroded

Fail 3 Nov 2017 162,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

front brake discs corroded

play in n/s end of steering rack

Pass 7 Nov 2016 150,078 miles

Nearside Inner slight play in rack joint

Pass 31 Oct 2015 131,189 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front inner steering rack joint worn

front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 31 Oct 2014 111,787 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 31 Oct 2014 111,787 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 93,228 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 73,002 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 73,002 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 50,041 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 28,775 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 28,773 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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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BN57 ZWV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BN57 ZWV, 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 BN57 ZWV registered?

BN57 ZWV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is BN57 ZWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN57 ZWV shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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