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HY57 KWN

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

124,416 mi
Last recorded124,416 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY57 KWN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 124,416 miles

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

Central Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 11 Dec 2025 124,415 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Central Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 116,345 miles

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

Central Front Exhaust noisy Front flexi Joint (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 106,974 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2022 98,146 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 90,969 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 84,864 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 84,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 79,423 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2018 71,986 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 64,580 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)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 55,719 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edge of tread.

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended Both sides, lower arm rear bush, keep a check. (2.4.F.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Dec 2015 46,381 miles

Childs seats fitted to offside and nearside rear.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 2 Dec 2015 46,276 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Childs seats fitted to offside and nearside rear.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 39,324 miles

Both rear tyres perished on inner and outer sidewalls, keep a check.

Fail 18 Dec 2014 39,324 miles

Both rear tyres perished on inner and outer sidewalls, keep a check.

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 34,650 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 27,047 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 27,047 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Dec 2011 18,872 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Dec 2010 13,384 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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HY57 KWN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 HY57 KWN, 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 HY57 KWN registered?

HY57 KWN is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 25 September 2007.

Is HY57 KWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY57 KWN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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