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EX57 VEH

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

99,697 mi
Last recorded99,697 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX57 VEH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 99,697 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 99,697 miles

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

Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 93,605 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60 R14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 90,097 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Aug 2020 90,090 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 89,679 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Jul 2019 89,678 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 87,620 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished quite badly on inner sidewall

Offside Rear tyre perished quite badly on inner sidewall

Pass 18 Aug 2017 87,387 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 87,232 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 77,964 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 77,375 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 60,753 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 43,939 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 29,499 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 27,389 miles

Both number plate lamps slightly dim in operation,still illuminating plate.

Front wiper blades smear and judder,only just passable.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside front brake pad wear indicator wiring been cabled tied around flexible brake pipe.

Fail 6 Sep 2012 27,389 miles

Both number plate lamps slightly dim in operation,still illuminating plate.

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front wiper blades smear and judder,only just passable.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside front brake pad wear indicator wiring been cabled tied around flexible brake pipe.

Pass 14 Sep 2011 24,554 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 19,754 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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EX57 VEH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc 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 EX57 VEH, 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 EX57 VEH registered?

EX57 VEH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is EX57 VEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX57 VEH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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