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HV57 XZD

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

61,694 mi
Last recorded61,694 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV57 XZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 61,694 miles

Corrosion on the underside of vehicle

Pass 24 Jan 2025 61,346 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 61,341 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2024 60,863 miles

note osr slight brake bind

Pass 18 Jan 2023 60,171 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 59,347 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 58,600 miles

Central Front Exhaust flexible pipe deteriorated.

Pass 17 Jan 2020 57,303 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 57,303 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 54,670 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 50,525 miles

Both rear tyres slightly perished.

Pass 24 Jan 2017 47,484 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2017 47,482 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 46,523 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 41,690 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 37,465 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 32,509 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 27,529 miles

Both front lower arm rear bushes perished

Pass 28 Oct 2011 21,828 miles

all tyres slightly perished

both inner c.v. joints oil stained

drips of oil on underside of inlet manifold (engine/gear oil??)

exhaust fleximesh split

slight imbalance from front brakes

strong advise - nearside rear indicator bulb faded

Pass 22 Oct 2010 16,204 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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HV57 XZD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc 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 HV57 XZD, 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 HV57 XZD registered?

HV57 XZD is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 October 2007.

Is HV57 XZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV57 XZD 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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