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CY57 DKJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,144 mi
Last recorded94,144 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY57 DKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2021 94,144 miles

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

dust covers insecure on both rear shock absorbers

Fail 12 Feb 2021 94,144 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

dust covers insecure on both rear shock absorbers

Pass 2 Mar 2020 85,600 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 85,600 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 75,326 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 75,326 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 64,817 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 62,217 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear box joint to centre (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 51,755 miles

Rear Backbox out skin corroded

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 46,144 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (2.4.G.1)

rusty rear axle

rusty rear exhaust

Pass 11 Nov 2014 40,092 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rusty rear exaust and outer casing

Pass 21 Nov 2013 35,100 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 30,052 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 25,128 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 19,847 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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CY57 DKJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CY57 DKJ, 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 CY57 DKJ registered?

CY57 DKJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 7 December 2007.

Is CY57 DKJ safe to buy?

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