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CU57 OCJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,365 mi
Last recorded43,365 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU57 OCJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 43,365 miles

emergency fuel cap fitted

Fail 11 Dec 2024 43,363 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

emergency fuel cap fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2023 42,150 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 40,120 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 40,108 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Dec 2021 35,710 miles

emergency fuel cap fitted

Fail 22 Dec 2021 35,708 miles

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

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

emergency fuel cap fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2020 32,510 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both covered in grease from flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both corroded (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine under trays fitted

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 15 Dec 2020 32,510 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both covered in grease from flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both corroded (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine under trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2019 31,421 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front back plates

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 31,416 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear axle corrsionboth ends

Fail 1 Nov 2018 31,416 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear axle corrsionboth ends

Pass 2 Nov 2017 31,173 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 30,263 miles

Manufactures engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 6 Nov 2015 28,960 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Nov 2014 27,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 27,860 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 26,244 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 24,479 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 22,649 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 20,588 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

surface rust on front brake discs

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 OCJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CU57 OCJ, 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 OCJ registered?

CU57 OCJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 October 2007.

Is CU57 OCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU57 OCJ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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