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EF57 YGL

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

136,402 mi
Last recorded136,402 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2020
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 YGL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2020 136,402 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 128,320 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 8 Jan 2019 128,320 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working CONTAMINEDED (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 123,405 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 110,466 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 95,575 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 81,659 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 68,366 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 55,048 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 42,393 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 32,365 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 YGL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YGL, 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 EF57 YGL registered?

EF57 YGL is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 November 2007.

Is EF57 YGL safe to buy?

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