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MF57 EXA

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

47,016 mi
Last recorded47,016 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF57 EXA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 47,016 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 44,339 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2024 43,552 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 42,054 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 37,335 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2021 35,794 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 33,174 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 32,143 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 31,699 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 31,249 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

service light on

Fail 3 Mar 2017 31,249 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

service light on

Pass 3 Mar 2016 29,208 miles

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

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

both rear tyres perished [original tyres]

Pass 25 Feb 2015 28,073 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 26,801 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 24,060 miles

both rear tyres outer sidewalls cracking.

Pass 27 Feb 2012 20,264 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 12,138 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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MF57 EXA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc 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 MF57 EXA, 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 MF57 EXA registered?

MF57 EXA is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 7 September 2007.

Is MF57 EXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF57 EXA 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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