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HG57 UAB

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

118,449 mi
Last recorded118,449 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG57 UAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 118,449 miles

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

Offside Front Headlight bracket broken but still secure

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded/leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 Aug 2023 118,325 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Headlight bracket broken but still secure

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded/leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 112,811 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Headlight damaged

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

Sump pan slight oil leak ( corroded )

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge req tracking (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Aug 2022 112,810 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Hands brake only just met requirements

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

Offside Headlight damaged

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

Sump pan slight oil leak ( corroded )

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge req tracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 109,315 miles

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Nearside Rear Shockabsorber cover loose

Offside Front Shockabsorber cover torn

Offside Rear Shockabsorber cover loose

Fail 3 Sep 2021 109,315 miles

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shockabsorber cover loose

Offside Front Shockabsorber cover torn

Offside Rear Shockabsorber cover loose

Pass 4 Sep 2020 99,968 miles

Nearside Front Upper droplink cover slight leak

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

Nearside Rear shocker bump stop broken away

Nearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

Offside Front Upper droplink cover slight leak

Offside Rear bump stop broken away

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 25 Aug 2020 99,968 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel creeping to the floor (1.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper droplink cover slight leak

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

Nearside Rear shocker bump stop broken away

Nearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

Offside Front Upper droplink cover slight leak

Offside Rear bump stop broken away

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Aug 2019 92,958 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 84,305 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 76,615 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 65,764 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 58,765 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2015 58,741 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 50,926 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)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 50,926 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 42,561 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

small splits in n/s/f outer tyre wall

Fail 5 Jun 2013 42,561 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

small splits in n/s/f outer tyre wall

Pass 22 Mar 2012 29,729 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 29,681 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 24,466 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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HG57 UAB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HG57 UAB, 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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HG57 UAB is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 7 November 2007.

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