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CX57 XRD

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

105,881 mi
Last recorded105,881 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX57 XRD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 105,881 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion- exhaust/rear coil springs/sump/power steering pipes

Fail 20 Oct 2025 105,879 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion- exhaust/rear coil springs/sump/power steering pipes

Pass 12 Nov 2024 96,306 miles

Corrosion - exhaust/ rear coil springs/ sump/power steering pipes

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 96,305 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Corrosion - exhaust/ rear coil springs/ sump/power steering pipes

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 85,187 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 72,824 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 58,859 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2021 58,859 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 54,190 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 68,822 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 50,410 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 48,148 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 47,435 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 45,802 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 43,935 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 41,570 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 39,718 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 39,718 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Fail 13 Oct 2012 37,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

middle exhuast corroding

Pass 13 Oct 2012 37,613 miles

middle exhuast corroding

Pass 7 Oct 2011 33,411 miles

Offside front tyre cracked on outer wall

Offside front tyre cracked on outer wall and tread

Fail 7 Oct 2011 33,411 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front tyre cracked on outer wall

Offside front tyre cracked on outer wall and tread

Pass 8 Oct 2010 29,115 miles

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

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

n/s side repeater lamp damaged - still working ok

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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CX57 XRD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 CX57 XRD, 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 CX57 XRD registered?

CX57 XRD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 4 September 2007.

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