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FY57 YCR

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

89,265 mi
Last recorded89,265 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 YCR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 89,265 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2025 87,554 miles

Body Undertrays Fitted.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misting. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Inner Edge, 4mm, 185-60-14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Reverse Lamp INOP.

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misting. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Excessive Wear Inner Edge, 3mm Inner, 185-60-14 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Axle Corroded.

Fail 2 Sep 2025 87,554 miles

Body Undertrays Fitted.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misting. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Inner Edge, 4mm, 185-60-14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Reverse Lamp INOP.

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misting. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Excessive Wear Inner Edge, 3mm Inner, 185-60-14 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Axle Corroded.

Pass 26 Jun 2024 83,379 miles

Secondary bonnet catch stiff

Fail 14 Jun 2024 83,379 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Secondary bonnet catch stiff

Pass 27 Jun 2023 77,011 miles

Secondary bonnet catch stiff

Fail 26 Jun 2023 77,002 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Secondary bonnet catch stiff

Pass 7 Jun 2022 65,621 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 11 Jun 2021 56,429 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 56,429 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 50,742 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2020 50,731 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 45,361 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 40,345 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 38,940 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 15 Oct 2015 37,241 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 35,403 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 34,386 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 33,731 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 30,837 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 25,641 miles

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)

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 YCR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FY57 YCR, 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 YCR registered?

FY57 YCR is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 October 2007.

Is FY57 YCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY57 YCR shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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