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MJ57 WJD

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,955 mi
Last recorded32,955 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ57 WJD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 32,955 miles

Front exhaust flexi section deteriorated

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s n/s (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear o/s bump stop deteriorated

Fail 4 Feb 2026 32,955 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Front exhaust flexi section deteriorated

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s n/s (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear o/s bump stop deteriorated

Pass 6 Feb 2025 30,608 miles

Front exhaust flexi section deteriorated

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear o/s shocker bump stop deteriorated

Pass 1 Feb 2024 20,382 miles

Front exhaust flexi section deteriorated

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear o/s shocker bump stop deteriorated

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2024 20,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front exhaust flexi section deteriorated

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear o/s shocker bump stop deteriorated

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 20,289 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 19,188 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 18,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall slightly deteriorated

Pass 14 Dec 2016 17,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall slightly deteriorated

Pass 1 Dec 2015 16,573 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 15,829 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 15,829 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 15,252 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 14,258 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 13,195 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 10,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 10,869 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 WJD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WJD, 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.

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What year was MJ57 WJD registered?

MJ57 WJD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 December 2007.

Is MJ57 WJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ57 WJD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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