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HF57 DAU

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

87,446 mi
Last recorded87,446 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF57 DAU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 87,446 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2026 87,446 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2025 85,360 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 82,954 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 80,495 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 80,440 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 77,987 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2022 77,987 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 75,233 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 75,233 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 71,927 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 65,475 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 57,482 miles

Both rear tyres are slightly cracked and perished

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 53,022 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 49,434 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 49,434 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 May 2015 38,923 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre outer wall cracked

Pass 17 May 2014 30,881 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 27,791 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 23,091 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Aug 2011 16,011 miles

under tray fitted(engine)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 11,394 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

under covers fitted

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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HF57 DAU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 HF57 DAU, 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 HF57 DAU registered?

HF57 DAU is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 10 September 2007.

Is HF57 DAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF57 DAU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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