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DE57 RDZ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

121,594 mi
Last recorded121,594 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2020
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE57 RDZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2020 121,594 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 112,557 miles

engine cover fitted and under tray fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2018 101,164 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 88,854 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2016 81,305 miles

Exhaust back box outer skin slight rust

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Oct 2016 81,305 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Exhaust back box outer skin slight rust

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 77,821 miles

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

Under Covers fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2014 70,870 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 63,334 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2012 53,605 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 53,605 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 46,245 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 31,662 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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DE57 RDZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DE57 RDZ, 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 DE57 RDZ registered?

DE57 RDZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 November 2007.

Is DE57 RDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE57 RDZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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