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AY57 YCD

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

45,656 mi
Last recorded45,656 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY57 YCD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 45,656 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 38,466 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 31,786 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 31,778 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 30,402 miles

Aux belt badly cracked

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

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 29,774 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 28,795 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 28,795 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 26,985 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 24,628 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 21,130 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 17,454 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 14,800 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 11,441 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 9,006 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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AY57 YCD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AY57 YCD, 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 AY57 YCD registered?

AY57 YCD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is AY57 YCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY57 YCD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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