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EF57 YGJ

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

60,160 mi
Last recorded60,160 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 YGJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 60,160 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 56,886 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 52,537 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 47,924 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 43,034 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 40,111 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 36,152 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 33,824 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 30,459 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 30,457 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 27,133 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 23,850 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 20,554 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 17,246 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 Nov 2011 13,890 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 13,890 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 10,582 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 YGJ 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 88.2%.

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 EF57 YGJ, 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

How do I check the history of EF57 YGJ?

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What year was EF57 YGJ registered?

EF57 YGJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 December 2007.

Is EF57 YGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF57 YGJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF57 YGJ have outstanding finance?

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