AJ57 URV

2007 VOLKSWAGEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VOLKSWAGEN
Year
2007
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
BLUE
Engine
1896 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
SORN
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 13 August 2022
Last recorded mileage
44,345 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 42/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2007 Volkswagen has 18 MOT tests on record with a 56% pass rate and 44,345 miles. The mileage trajectory shows a significant anomaly, indicating potential odometer fraud.

The mileage shows a significant anomaly: 59,349 miles in 12 months (Jul 2017-Jul 2018), far exceeding the UK average of 8,000 miles/year, suggesting potential odometer fraud.

Things to check

  • Major suspension failures in Jul 2018 and Aug 2018, indicating severe neglect.
  • Major brake failures in Jul 2018 and Aug 2018, pointing to systemic safety issues.
  • Mileage anomaly: 59,349 miles in 12 months (Jul 2017-Jul 2018) is highly suspicious.
  • Recurring exhaust and headlamp advisories across multiple tests.

Working in its favour

  • Recent MOT pass on 2021-08-14, indicating current roadworthiness.
  • No recurring failures on the same system after initial repairs.
  • Consistent annual mileage post-2018, suggesting regular use.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) for this model.

Mileage history

Dec 2010: 44,345 mi PASSDec 2010: 44,345 mi FAILDec 2011: 59,251 mi PASSDec 2011: 59,251 mi FAILDec 2012: 76,588 mi FAILDec 2012: 76,688 mi PASSDec 2013: 101,967 mi PASSDec 2014: 125,006 mi PASSDec 2015: 148,255 mi PASSFeb 2017: 170,622 mi FAILFeb 2017: 170,622 mi PASSJul 2018: 192,210 mi FAILAug 2018: 197,901 mi FAILAug 2018: 197,901 mi PASSJan 2020: 213,440 mi PASSMay 2021: 217,419 mi FAILAug 2021: 217,862 mi FAILAug 2021: 217,862 mi PASS218k131k44kDec 2010Aug 2021

MOT test history — 10/18 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Dec 2010 PASS 44,345 mi
USER ENTERED Front tyres v rated, Rear tyres w rated
Dec 2010 FAIL 44,345 mi
PRS Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
USER ENTERED Front tyres v rated, Rear tyres w rated
Dec 2011 PASS 59,251 mi
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
USER ENTERED raer pads gettng low
Dec 2011 FAIL 59,251 mi
PRS Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
USER ENTERED raer pads gettng low
Dec 2012 FAIL 76,588 mi
FAIL Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED N/s/rear tyre worn unevenly (getting low)
Dec 2012 PASS 76,688 mi None recorded
Dec 2013 PASS 101,967 mi
USER ENTERED advise smoke test clean
Dec 2014 PASS 125,006 mi None recorded
Dec 2015 PASS 148,255 mi
ADVISORY Both rear tyres worn low on inner edges
ADVISORY Both front tyres wearing on outer edges
Feb 2017 FAIL 170,622 mi
PRS Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Feb 2017 PASS 170,622 mi None recorded
Jul 2018 FAIL 192,210 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Nail in tyre
PRS Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
MAJOR Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Aug 2018 FAIL 197,901 mi
PRS Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Aug 2018 PASS 197,901 mi None recorded
Jan 2020 PASS 213,440 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
May 2021 FAIL 217,419 mi
MAJOR Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
MINOR Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Aug 2021 FAIL 217,862 mi
PRS Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Aug 2021 PASS 217,862 mi None recorded

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