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HJ57 XAT

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

54,786 mi
Last recorded54,786 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ57 XAT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 54,786 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe slightly damage (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear wiper defective

Fail 24 Feb 2026 54,772 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe slightly damage (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear wiper defective

Pass 20 Feb 2025 49,183 miles

Nearside Rear bumper damaged not likely to cause injury

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 42,506 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 34,892 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 28,317 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 22,411 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 10,677 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 10,523 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 10,258 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 8,808 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 8,188 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 7,345 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 6,198 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 5,152 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 4,330 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 3,441 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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HJ57 XAT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HJ57 XAT, 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 HJ57 XAT registered?

HJ57 XAT is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 September 2007.

Is HJ57 XAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ57 XAT shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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