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EX57 YFW

2007 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

124,274 mi
Last recorded124,274 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX57 YFW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 124,274 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 117,223 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 107,921 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 94,089 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 82,917 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 75,528 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 68,892 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2019 68,892 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 63,411 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 58,095 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 53,635 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 48,819 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 43,358 miles

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

n/s/rear tyre very close to limits

Fail 1 Oct 2014 43,358 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

n/s/rear tyre very close to limits

Pass 30 Sep 2013 37,580 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 31,680 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 27,477 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 21,366 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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EX57 YFW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EX57 YFW, 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 EX57 YFW registered?

EX57 YFW is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 September 2007.

Is EX57 YFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX57 YFW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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