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DN56 VXL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,946 mi
Last recorded105,946 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN56 VXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2022 105,946 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 13 Dec 2022 104,326 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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))

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 87,850 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Dec 2021 87,428 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 78,786 miles

Front fog lamps will not turn off.no tell tale light on dash.

Fail 29 Dec 2020 78,786 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle clamp rotted away. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding Imbalance of 77%. (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended both outer seatbelt shut in seat catches so not checked. (7.1.2 (c))

Front fog lamps will not turn off.no tell tale light on dash.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 3 Jul 2019 69,547 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust clamp broken not affecting emissions (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Jul 2019 69,547 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust clamp broken not affecting emissions (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 64,583 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 59,120 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 54,648 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 50,174 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 50,174 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 35,052 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 34,205 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 30,026 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 26,499 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 25,206 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 24,852 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 21,719 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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DN56 VXL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DN56 VXL, 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 DN56 VXL registered?

DN56 VXL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 22 January 2007.

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