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CU57 BPY

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

102,825 mi
Last recorded102,825 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU57 BPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 102,825 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material REAR & FRONT (1.1.11 (c))

FRONT & REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS HAVE RUST

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

Rear EXHAUST CORRODED

SUB FRAME OF VEHICLE HAVE RUST FRONT & REAR

Fail 13 Jul 2026 102,824 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material REAR & FRONT (1.1.11 (c))

FRONT & REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS HAVE RUST

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

Rear EXHAUST CORRODED

SUB FRAME OF VEHICLE HAVE RUST FRONT & REAR

Pass 25 Jun 2025 102,331 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 100,361 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 97,532 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber casing corroded but not excessive or leaking

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear shock absorber casing corroded but not excessive or leaking

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 96,241 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 90,017 miles

Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 82,452 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

underbody covers fitted

Fail 30 Nov 2018 82,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

underbody covers fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2017 68,935 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2017 68,935 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 61,458 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 51,805 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Dec 2014 51,805 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2014 47,686 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 40,369 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads getting down

Pass 10 Jan 2012 30,587 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 29,381 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 29,373 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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CU57 BPY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 CU57 BPY, 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 CU57 BPY registered?

CU57 BPY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 September 2007.

Is CU57 BPY safe to buy?

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