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HG56 YTK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

127,789 mi
Last recorded127,789 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 YTK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 127,789 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 127,789 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 119,520 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 111,454 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 109,853 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 109,853 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 93,466 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 92,393 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 89,610 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 89,610 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2015 87,428 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 85,583 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 79,481 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 70,362 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 61,338 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 51,613 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 51,613 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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HG56 YTK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HG56 YTK, 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.

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What year was HG56 YTK registered?

HG56 YTK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 January 2007.

Is HG56 YTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG56 YTK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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