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HD56 JYB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

62,355 mi
Last recorded62,355 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD56 JYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 62,355 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 60,224 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2024

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2023

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Feb 2023

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2021
Pass 26 Feb 2020

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2019
Pass 28 Feb 2018
Pass 8 Mar 2017
Fail 8 Mar 2017

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 54,349 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Feb 2015 49,477 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 43,679 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2013 37,588 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 33,168 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 28,238 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 28,210 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 23,794 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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HD56 JYB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 HD56 JYB, 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 HD56 JYB registered?

HD56 JYB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 February 2007.

Is HD56 JYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD56 JYB shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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