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HY57 YYK

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

105,068 mi
Last recorded105,068 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY57 YYK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 105,068 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 105,068 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake lining(s) contaminated both delaminating (1.1.13 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 104,754 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 103,020 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 101,582 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 100,584 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 97,864 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper is split (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2021 97,864 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wiper is split (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 94,389 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 90,323 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 81,262 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 81,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 73,032 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 73,032 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 64,543 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 64,543 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 57,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front brake pads wearing thin but within MOT limits (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Aug 2015 57,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front brake pads wearing thin but within MOT limits (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 52,986 miles

nearside front tyre wearing thin on outer edge but within legal limits

Fail 19 Aug 2013 48,300 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 48,300 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 44,833 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 44,833 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Sep 2011 41,157 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 32,337 miles

minor chips on front windscreen

small cuts in both rear tyre treads

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 YYK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 HY57 YYK, 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 HY57 YYK registered?

HY57 YYK is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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