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MA57 BGX

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

44,823 mi
Last recorded44,823 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA57 BGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 44,823 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2025 44,795 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 43,500 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 41,902 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front flexible exhaust pipe corroded/deteriorated

Oil sump corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2022 40,326 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded Both nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil sump corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2021 38,625 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 36,511 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 35,418 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 34,741 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 33,834 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 33,190 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 32,434 miles

Nearside Front Tyre cracking in tread

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking on outer edge

Fail 16 Oct 2015 32,434 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre cracking in tread

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking on outer edge

Pass 8 Oct 2014 31,289 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyre sidewalls perished and splitting

n/s/f tyre low on edge and inner surface split

Pass 10 Oct 2013 30,119 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2012 28,151 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 26,483 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 20,582 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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MA57 BGX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 MA57 BGX, 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 MA57 BGX registered?

MA57 BGX is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 October 2007.

Is MA57 BGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA57 BGX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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