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CA56 HGC

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests32 (17 pass, 15 fail)
Pass rate53.1%

Mileage

90,505 mi
Last recorded90,505 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA56 HGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 15 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 90,505 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2025 90,502 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel creeping down when pressure on n/s rear brake (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 88,387 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2024 88,384 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Oct 2023 85,808 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 85,808 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 82,856 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 82,853 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 79,502 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 79,502 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 77,042 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 77,039 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected sharp due to damage (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2019 73,637 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2019 73,634 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 67,871 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2018 67,871 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp insecure bracket broken (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle weak (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 62,284 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Oct 2017 62,284 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 56,869 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 56,866 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 50,775 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 50,775 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 45,062 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 45,062 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 39,019 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 39,013 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 33,418 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 26,308 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 26,304 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 19,245 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 11,778 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 11,778 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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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CA56 HGC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.1%.

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 CA56 HGC, 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 CA56 HGC registered?

CA56 HGC is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 January 2007.

Is CA56 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA56 HGC shows 32 tests with a 53.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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