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MJ57 OWF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

73,286 mi
Last recorded73,286 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ57 OWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 73,286 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

exhaust backbox casing corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2025 73,070 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

exhaust backbox casing corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2024 72,274 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

exhaust backbox casing corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2023 71,999 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

exhaust backbox outer casing corroded

Fail 11 Apr 2023 71,997 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle wont open from inside or outside (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp not working when side lights on (4.3.3 (b))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

exhaust backbox outer casing corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2022 71,614 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

exhaust backbox outer casing corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2021 71,259 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 71,257 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 70,461 miles

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

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

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

Nearside door mirror cracked

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened wishbone (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

exhaust backbox outer casing corroded

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 20 Feb 2019 67,804 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Feb 2019 67,801 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner + outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Nov 2017 63,426 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 58,598 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 17 Nov 2015 54,231 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 50,433 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 14 Nov 2013 46,613 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

both rear tyres outer side walls poor

n/s and o/s front wish bone back bushes starting to weeken

Pass 20 Nov 2012 38,161 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

suspect front wishbone back bushes starting to weeken

Fail 20 Nov 2012 38,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

suspect front wishbone back bushes starting to weeken

Pass 17 Nov 2011 33,047 miles

excessive travel in hand brake

n/s mirror cracked

Fail 17 Nov 2011 33,047 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

excessive travel in hand brake

n/s mirror cracked

Pass 29 Oct 2010 21,948 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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MJ57 OWF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 MJ57 OWF, 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 MJ57 OWF registered?

MJ57 OWF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 November 2007.

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The MOT history for MJ57 OWF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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