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EF57 VYE

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,504 mi
Last recorded114,504 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 VYE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2024 114,504 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 104,506 miles

Both rear shock covers missing

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Pass 23 Aug 2021 100,273 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 97,022 miles

center exhaust joiner corroded

nearside rear brake is binding slightly

play in the offside front inner tie-rod

slight imbalance in the rear brakes

slight weep on the nearside front shock absorber

Pass 20 Jan 2020 91,443 miles

slight weep on the nearside front shock absorber

wear in the offside front inner tie-rod end

Pass 28 Jan 2019 85,685 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight weep.

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on the edges.

Offside Front Tie rod end has slight play

Pass 23 Jan 2018 80,119 miles

exhaust front pipe flexy is blowing

slight play in the offside front inner tie rod end

Pass 10 Jan 2017 74,727 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 25 Jan 2016 70,184 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 64,959 miles

both rear tyres perished on inner edges

Pass 20 Jan 2014 60,041 miles

both the rear tyres are slightly perished on the inner sidewalls

Pass 8 Jan 2013 55,002 miles

both the front lower wishbone rear bushes are becoming weak and unbonded

Pass 17 Jan 2012 50,161 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 45,007 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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EF57 VYE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EF57 VYE, 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 EF57 VYE registered?

EF57 VYE is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 11 December 2007.

Is EF57 VYE safe to buy?

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