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EF57 VYH

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

149,325 mi
Last recorded149,325 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 VYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 149,325 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 145,092 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2019 145,035 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 129,060 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 82,590 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise n/s/r tyre starting to get low

Fail 3 Dec 2014 82,590 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise n/s/r tyre starting to get low

Pass 19 Dec 2013 76,163 miles

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

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

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

slight play in n/s/f suspension component

Fail 19 Dec 2013 76,163 miles

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

slight play in n/s/f suspension component

Pass 24 Dec 2012 68,958 miles

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

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

number plate front in poor condition

Fail 23 Dec 2012 68,958 miles

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 59,723 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

brake inbalance 22% near to limit

front no plate deterioating

Pass 19 Jan 2011 51,604 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 VYH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VYH, 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 VYH registered?

EF57 VYH is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 17 December 2007.

Is EF57 VYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF57 VYH shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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