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FY57 HZV

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

114,761 mi
Last recorded114,761 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 HZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 114,761 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear sub frame mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear sub frame mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 109,366 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 104,111 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 97,523 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 92,336 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 86,602 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 82,439 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 77,938 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 77,938 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 71,377 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 65,989 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 60,207 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 54,326 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Feul cap flap broken.

Fail 9 Jul 2015 54,326 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Feul cap flap broken.

Pass 17 Jul 2014 49,043 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 45,006 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 38,936 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 31,963 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 24,171 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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FY57 HZV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FY57 HZV, 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 FY57 HZV registered?

FY57 HZV is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is FY57 HZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY57 HZV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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