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HY57 YZF

2007 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

83,357 mi
Last recorded83,357 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Polo62,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY57 YZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 83,357 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2025 83,355 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 79,075 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 74,787 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 74,787 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2022 68,085 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2022 68,085 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 61,105 miles

both rear outer sills starting to rust

Fail 9 Dec 2021 61,105 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

both rear outer sills starting to rust

Pass 8 Dec 2020 55,327 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 50,658 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread low and going lumpy

Pass 7 Dec 2018 43,968 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 37,680 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 31,326 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 26,634 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 22,412 miles

both front tyres getting low / tread slightly perished

Pass 29 Jul 2014 21,012 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 18,774 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 12,391 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 12,391 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 9,219 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 YZF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,400cc 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 YZF, 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 YZF registered?

HY57 YZF is a 2007 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 5 September 2007.

Is HY57 YZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY57 YZF 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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