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DN57 UJY

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

106,269 mi
Last recorded106,269 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN57 UJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 106,269 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge, tracking? (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge, tracking? (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 101,263 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 96,359 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 92,295 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 88,079 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 88,078 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 84,357 miles

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

rear heat shield insecure

Fail 7 Jan 2021 84,356 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

rear heat shield insecure

Pass 13 Jun 2019 79,098 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 79,098 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 74,788 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 74,788 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 68,963 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 64,294 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 60,603 miles

front brake discs pitted

front brake pads getting low

Pass 30 Jun 2014 56,738 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 51,750 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 47,386 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 43,121 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 37,230 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 37,230 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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DN57 UJY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 DN57 UJY, 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 DN57 UJY registered?

DN57 UJY is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 November 2007.

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