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DY57 HWG

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

109,198 mi
Last recorded109,198 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY57 HWG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 109,198 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 109,198 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 93,198 miles

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

Handbrake travel slightly high

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 77,168 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 77,168 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 69,676 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 62,492 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 55,169 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 48,566 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 43,000 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2013 37,909 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 31,952 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 26,834 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 22,875 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 HWG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HWG, 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 DY57 HWG registered?

DY57 HWG is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 7 September 2007.

Is DY57 HWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY57 HWG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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