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BD56 HMZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

108,902 mi
Last recorded108,902 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 HMZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 108,902 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

both rear shocker covers perished

both rear tyres 3mm

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged/deep cut

slight bind o/s/r brake

Pass 28 Apr 2017 101,051 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Front Fuel pipe slightly damaged to rear (7.2.2)

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2017 101,051 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Front Fuel pipe slightly damaged to rear (7.2.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2016 96,273 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front wish bone bush slight worn.

Offside Rear parking brake will need further attention.

Pass 23 Mar 2015 92,468 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 23 Mar 2015 92,468 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 82,792 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 3 Mar 2014 82,789 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 75,803 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 68,727 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 60,468 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 52,831 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 52,829 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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BD56 HMZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD56 HMZ, 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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BD56 HMZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 20 January 2007.

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