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DY57 HWE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

28,855 mi
Last recorded28,855 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY57 HWE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 28,855 miles

Brake ferrule are greased

Pass 28 Aug 2024 28,463 miles

brake ferrules are greased

Pass 6 Sep 2023 28,186 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All feruls (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 27,402 miles

all brake hose ferrules are greased

Pass 1 Sep 2021 27,257 miles

all brake hose ferrels greased

Pass 27 Aug 2020 27,192 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 27,114 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 27,008 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 26,665 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 25,815 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Aug 2015 25,557 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 25,109 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 25,096 miles

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 24,038 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 22,645 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 20,141 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 17,319 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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DY57 HWE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DY57 HWE, 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 DY57 HWE registered?

DY57 HWE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 September 2007.

Is DY57 HWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY57 HWE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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