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EK57 UVJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,703 mi
Last recorded84,703 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK57 UVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2026 84,703 miles

Exhaust flexi deteriorated but not leaking.

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

Pass 10 Jan 2025 81,670 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 77,302 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 73,041 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 68,267 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 63,705 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2019 58,176 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 52,901 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 48,701 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake pad wearing close to wear indicator

Pass 20 Sep 2016 45,160 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 41,841 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 38,662 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 35,078 miles

both front tyres close to wear indicators

Pass 2 Oct 2012 30,956 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 27,108 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 22,972 miles

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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EK57 UVJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EK57 UVJ, 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 EK57 UVJ registered?

EK57 UVJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 October 2007.

Is EK57 UVJ safe to buy?

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