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EK57 VBE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,446 mi
Last recorded49,446 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK57 VBE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2024 49,446 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 49,243 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2022 49,109 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 48,700 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 11 Jun 2020 47,587 miles

Exhaust corroded

Pass 23 May 2019 46,844 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2018 46,228 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 44,921 miles

exhaust system corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2017 44,921 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2016 43,311 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 41,780 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 39,337 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake discs partially rusty and corroded

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

surface cracks in both rear tyre outer edges and nearside rear tyre worn low outer edge,on 2.5mm

Fail 2 Jan 2014 39,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake discs partially rusty and corroded

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

surface cracks in both rear tyre outer edges and nearside rear tyre worn low outer edge,on 2.5mm

Fail 31 Dec 2013 39,332 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust box is deteriorated but double skinned

Fail 26 Oct 2012 37,052 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 37,052 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 33,436 miles

Both front brake disc corroded

Both rear brake disc corroded

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 Oct 2010 29,983 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 VBE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VBE, 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 VBE registered?

EK57 VBE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 October 2007.

Is EK57 VBE safe to buy?

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