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CY56 HXF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

70,055 mi
Last recorded70,055 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY56 HXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 70,055 miles

Vehicle have Underbody Seal

Pass 4 Feb 2025 68,953 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

long hand brake travel

Fail 4 Feb 2025 68,953 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

long hand brake travel

Pass 12 Feb 2024 68,195 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2024 68,195 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 67,116 miles

Nearside washer pipe small hole by bonnet hinge

Pass 14 Feb 2022 66,123 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 65,143 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2021 65,142 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 64,403 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 63,072 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2019 63,055 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 60,319 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 58,047 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 58,047 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 56,679 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 52,400 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Jan 2015 52,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2014 47,275 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2014 47,267 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2013 40,842 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 40,839 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 34,076 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 27,696 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 20,004 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 20,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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CY56 HXF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 CY56 HXF, 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

How do I check the history of CY56 HXF?

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What year was CY56 HXF registered?

CY56 HXF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 January 2007.

Is CY56 HXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY56 HXF shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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